Arctic Clouded Yellow vs Crockeri Euphaedra
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Clouded Yellow | Crockeri Euphaedra |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colias tyche | Euphaedra crockeri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Arctic Russia, Siberia, northern Alaska, Yukon | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Arctic Clouded Yellow
A medium-sized butterfly with pale greenish-yellow wings and prominent dark borders. The underside has a silvery-white discal spot. It has a powerful, direct flight over open tundra landscapes.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so well adapted to the Arctic that it can fly in wind speeds that would ground most temperate butterflies.
Crockeri Euphaedra
A rare and beautifully patterned forest butterfly with green and orange wing markings. It is restricted to primary forest habitats and is sensitive to deforestation. Males establish territories along forest streams.
Did You Know?
This species is often used as an indicator of forest health, as it disappears quickly from degraded habitats.