Brazilian Skipper vs Crimson Rose
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Skipper | Crimson Rose |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calpodes ethlius | Pachliopta hector |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | Wingspan 90-120mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern United States through Central America and South America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brazilian Skipper
A robust brown skipper butterfly with translucent white spots on the forewings. Its larvae build leaf shelters on canna lily plants.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars are sometimes called canna leafrollers because they roll and silk-tie canna leaves into tube-shaped shelters.
Crimson Rose
A striking black swallowtail with bright crimson patches on the hindwings and a red body. It is a model species for mimicry by other butterflies.
Did You Know?
Its body contains toxic aristolochic acids from its larval food plant making it unpalatable and a model for multiple mimic species.