Blue Mormon vs Bluebottle Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Mormon | Bluebottle Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio polymnestor | Calliphora vicina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Calliphoridae |
| Size | 120-150 mm wingspan | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka) | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Mormon
A large, spectacular swallowtail butterfly with deep black wings overlaid with brilliant blue bands. It is one of the largest butterflies in India and the state butterfly of Maharashtra.
Did You Know?
The Blue Mormon is the state butterfly of Maharashtra and is protected under Indian wildlife law in certain states.
Bluebottle Fly
A common metallic blue blowfly found in urban areas worldwide. Breeds in dead pigeons, rodents and meat. An important species in forensic entomology for estimating time of death.
Did You Know?
One of the most important forensic indicator species, helping police estimate time of death from larval development stage.