Black Jungle Queen vs Crockeri Euphaedra
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Jungle Queen | Crockeri Euphaedra |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stichophthalma howqua | Euphaedra crockeri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand) and southern China | Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Jungle Queen
A large, powerful butterfly with dark brown to black upper wings and elaborately patterned undersides featuring ocelli and intricate brown and cream marbling. It flies in the early morning.
Did You Know?
It is crepuscular, flying only during dawn and dusk, and spends the heat of the day resting motionless in the dark forest understory.
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.