African Map Butterfly vs Gold-banded Forester
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Map Butterfly | Gold-banded Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyrestis camillus | Euphaedra neophron |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Map Butterfly
A delicate white butterfly with fine dark lines across its wings resembling a map or circuit board. It rests with wings spread flat on leaves.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white wings and fine line pattern make it almost invisible when it rests on pale bark or lichen.
Gold-banded Forester
A striking forest butterfly with dark wings marked by a bold golden-orange band. It feeds on the forest floor on fallen fruit.
Did You Know?
Euphaedra is one of the most species-rich butterfly genera in Africa, with over 200 described species.