Canary Islands Admiral Butterfly vs Common Pollen Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canary Islands Admiral Butterfly | Common Pollen Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vanessa vulcania | Brassicogethes aeneus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nitidulidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Canary Islands, Madeira | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Canary Islands Admiral Butterfly
An endemic butterfly closely related to the red admiral, found in the Canary Islands and Madeira. It has darker coloring with brighter orange-red bands.
Did You Know?
It was long considered a subspecies of the red admiral before being elevated to full species status.
Common Pollen Beetle
A tiny iridescent green-black beetle that congregates in yellow flowers to feed on pollen. It is a major pest of oilseed rape crops.
Did You Know?
On warm days they can be so numerous on yellow flowers that a single buttercup may contain a dozen individuals.