African Giant Swallowtail vs Scotch Argus
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Giant Swallowtail | Scotch Argus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio antimachus | Erebia aethiops |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 180-250 mm wingspan | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
African Giant Swallowtail
The largest butterfly in Africa with a wingspan of up to 250 mm. It flies at great heights in the canopy and is rarely seen by casual observers.
Did You Know?
It is believed to be toxic to predators and is one of the few butterflies that has no known mimics.
Scotch Argus
A dark brown butterfly with russet-orange bands containing eyespots, found in northern grasslands and light woodland. It flies in a bouncing manner close to the ground.
Did You Know?
In Britain, it is confined to Scotland and a single colony in the Lake District surviving since the last ice age.