Arctic Clouded Yellow vs Goldenrod Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Clouded Yellow | Goldenrod Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colias tyche | Chauliognathus pennsylvanicus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Arctic Russia, Siberia, northern Alaska, Yukon | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Goldenrod Soldier Beetle
A familiar autumn beetle of eastern North America, commonly seen in large numbers on goldenrod flowers. Its yellow-and-black pattern mimics that of wasps.
Did You Know?
It produces defensive compounds called dihydromatricaria acids that deter ants and other predators.