Chimera Birdwing vs Socotra Island Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chimera Birdwing | Socotra Island Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ornithoptera chimaera | Azanus socotranus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 140-190 mm wingspan | 20-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (Papua New Guinea - highlands) | Socotra Island |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Not Evaluated |
Chimera Birdwing
A large montane birdwing butterfly found in the highlands of Papua New Guinea. It occurs at elevations between 1200 and 2000 metres, higher than most other birdwings. Males have bright green and gold markings on black wings.
Did You Know?
Named after the chimera of Greek mythology, this butterfly's iridescent wing colours shift dramatically depending on the angle of light.
Socotra Island Blue Butterfly
A small blue butterfly endemic to Socotra Island in the Indian Ocean. Males have bright blue upperwings while females are brown.
Did You Know?
Socotra's extreme isolation has produced many unique species found nowhere else on Earth.