African Map Butterfly vs Melon Thrips
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Map Butterfly | Melon Thrips |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyrestis camillus | Thrips palmi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Thysanoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Thripidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 1.0-1.3 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Asia, Oceania, North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Melon Thrips
A pale yellow thrips and serious pest of cucurbits and solanaceous crops. It is a quarantine pest in many countries.
Did You Know?
Melon thrips is listed as a quarantine pest in the European Union due to its destructive potential.