Blue Mormon vs Scotch Argus
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Mormon | Scotch Argus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio polymnestor | Erebia aethiops |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 120-150 mm wingspan | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka) | Europe, temperate Asia |
| 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.
Scotch Argus
A dark brown butterfly with russet-orange bands containing eyespots, found in northern grasslands and light woodland. It flies in a bouncing manner close to the ground.
Did You Know?
In Britain, it is confined to Scotland and a single colony in the Lake District surviving since the last ice age.