Blue Triangle vs Gold Swift
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Triangle | Gold Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphium sarpedon | Phymatopus hecta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Hepialidae |
| Size | 6-8 cm wingspan | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Southeast Asia, India | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Triangle
A swift-flying black swallowtail with a band of translucent blue-green spots across both wings. It is common along the east coast of Australia.
Did You Know?
It has adapted to feed on the introduced camphor laurel, turning an invasive weed into a food source.
Gold Swift
A small primitive moth with golden-brown forewings marked with silvery-white spots. Males perform hovering display flights at dusk, dangling their legs and releasing pheromones.
Did You Know?
Larvae feed underground on bracken roots for two years before pupating in the soil.