African Migrant Butterfly vs Shepherd's Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Migrant Butterfly | Shepherd's Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catopsilia florella | Boloria pales |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm wingspan | 30-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar | Alps, Pyrenees, Balkans |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Migrant Butterfly
A large white to greenish-yellow pierid butterfly that undertakes massive migrations across Africa. Males are white while females are often greenish.
Did You Know?
Migrating swarms can be so dense they have been reported to delay trains and cause traffic accidents.
Shepherd's Fritillary
A variable fritillary butterfly of high alpine pastures. Its wing pattern varies greatly between populations across different mountain ranges.
Did You Know?
It is named after the mountain shepherds who share its high-altitude habitat.