Camberwell Beauty vs Orchard Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Camberwell Beauty | Orchard Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nymphalis antiopa | Papilio aegeus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 62-86 mm wingspan | 9-12 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Australia, Papua New Guinea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Camberwell Beauty
A large, velvety maroon butterfly with a broad creamy-yellow wing border and a row of blue spots. It is a rare migrant to Britain but common across much of the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
Adults hibernate through the winter and can live for over 11 months, making them one of the longest-lived butterflies.
Orchard Swallowtail
A large black swallowtail where females display white and red markings mimicking toxic butterflies. Males are mostly black with a row of pale spots.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars resemble bird droppings when young, providing excellent camouflage from predators.