Adonis Blue vs Eastern Tailed-Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Adonis Blue | Eastern Tailed-Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lysandra bellargus | Cupido comyntas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 30-36 mm wingspan | 20-29 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Adonis Blue
Males are an intense sky-blue with a chequered fringe; females are brown. Restricted to chalk and limestone grasslands.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most brilliantly blue butterflies in Europe.
Eastern Tailed-Blue
Tiny blue butterfly with thin tails on the hindwings and orange spots near the tail. One of the smallest and most common butterflies in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Its tiny hindwing tails mimic antennae, tricking predators into attacking the wrong end.