Adonis Blue vs Paris Peacock
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Adonis Blue | Paris Peacock |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lysandra bellargus | Papilio paris |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 30-36 mm wingspan | 90-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | South and Southeast Asia, southern China |
| 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.
Paris Peacock
A magnificent large swallowtail with velvety black wings bearing a large iridescent blue-green patch on each hindwing that changes color with viewing angle. It frequents forest canopies.
Did You Know?
The shimmering blue-green patch on the hindwing is produced by nanoscale concavities in the wing scales that act like tiny mirrors.