Brown Hairstreak vs Imperial Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Hairstreak | Imperial Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thecla betulae | Delias harpalyce |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 36-40 mm wingspan | 6-7 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern (declining in parts of range) | Least Concern |
Brown Hairstreak
A secretive butterfly with rich brown wings and an orange flash on the female's forewings. Adults spend most of their time in tree canopies, rarely descending to ground level.
Did You Know?
Eggs are laid singly on blackthorn and are easier to find in winter than the elusive adults are in summer.
Imperial Jezebel
A striking butterfly with white uppersides and vivid red and yellow undersides. It flies high in eucalypt canopy and is common in southeastern Australia.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed exclusively on parasitic mistletoe plants growing on eucalyptus trees.