Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle vs Great Banded Grayling
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle | Great Banded Grayling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Harmonia axyridis | Brintesia circe |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 60-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | East Asia; invasive worldwide | Southern and central Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle
A highly variable ladybird ranging from orange with many spots to solid black. Originally released for biocontrol, it is now invasive worldwide.
Did You Know?
It aggregates in enormous numbers on buildings in autumn, sometimes numbering in the thousands.
Great Banded Grayling
A large brown butterfly with a prominent white band across the hindwing underside, resembling a tree-trunk fragment. It settles on tree bark and rocks, becoming almost invisible.
Did You Know?
When it lands on a tree trunk, it tilts to eliminate its shadow, perfecting its bark-like camouflage.