Central Asian Apollo vs Goatweed Leafwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Central Asian Apollo | Goatweed Leafwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parnassius actius | Anaea andria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 65-85 mm wingspan | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Central Asia, Pamir, Tian Shan | Central and Eastern United States, northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Central Asian Apollo
A large, high-altitude Apollo butterfly of the Pamir and Tian Shan mountains. It has a powerful gliding flight over barren rocky terrain.
Did You Know?
It is one of the highest-flying butterflies in the world, recorded above 5000 meters.
Goatweed Leafwing
A bright orange butterfly whose angular wing shape and mottled brown underside create a perfect dead-leaf disguise when at rest. It almost never visits flowers.
Did You Know?
It overwinters as an adult, hiding among dead leaves where its camouflage makes it virtually invisible.