Carolina Grasshopper vs Paris Peacock
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carolina Grasshopper | Paris Peacock |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dissosteira carolina | Papilio paris |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 28-50 mm | 90-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | South and Southeast Asia, southern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Carolina Grasshopper
A large band-winged grasshopper with black hindwings bordered by a pale yellow margin. It is commonly seen flying along roads and open paths in summer.
Did You Know?
When startled into flight, it flashes its dark hindwings and produces a loud crackling sound to startle predators.
Paris Peacock
A magnificent large swallowtail with velvety black wings bearing a large iridescent blue-green patch on each hindwing that changes color with viewing angle. It frequents forest canopies.
Did You Know?
The shimmering blue-green patch on the hindwing is produced by nanoscale concavities in the wing scales that act like tiny mirrors.