Chinese Windmill vs Grapevine Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chinese Windmill | Grapevine Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Atrophaneura alcinous | Pelidnota punctata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | Wingspan 75-100mm | 20-26 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chinese Windmill
A dark swallowtail butterfly with crimson patches on the hindwings and a slow fluttering flight. The body is red indicating toxicity.
Did You Know?
Its slow fluttering flight resembles a windmill and advertises its toxicity acquired from poisonous aristolochia plants.
Grapevine Beetle
A handsome tan-colored scarab with dark spots on its elytra, found in eastern North America. Adults feed on grapevine foliage and are attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it rarely causes significant damage to commercial grapevines.