Coccinata Glider vs Toe-winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coccinata Glider | Toe-winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cymothoe coccinata | Ptilodactyla exotica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Ptilodactylidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm wingspan | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon) | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Coccinata Glider
A medium-sized butterfly with brilliant scarlet-red males and mottled brown females. It glides gracefully through forest understory. The larvae feed exclusively on plants in the family Achariaceae.
Did You Know?
The bright red of the male serves as a warning signal, as the butterfly accumulates toxins from its larval food plants.
Toe-winged Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle whose larvae are aquatic and breathe through anal gills.
Did You Know?
Adults are attracted to lights at night while larvae remain fully aquatic.