Banded Peacock Butterfly vs Paradise Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Peacock Butterfly | Paradise Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anartia fatima | Ornithoptera paradisea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 120-170 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela | Oceania (Papua New Guinea) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Banded Peacock Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings crossed by a broad creamy-white band and orange wing bases. It is a fast, alert flier common in disturbed habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most frequently encountered butterflies in Central American cities, thriving alongside human habitation.
Paradise Birdwing
A spectacular birdwing butterfly endemic to Papua New Guinea, notable for the elongated tails on the male's hindwings. Males display brilliant green and gold colouration. It is found in lowland and hill forests.
Did You Know?
The male's long hindwing tails trail behind in flight, creating a spectacularly graceful display reminiscent of a bird of paradise.