Comma Butterfly vs Eastern Tailed-Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Comma Butterfly | Eastern Tailed-Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polygonia c-album | Cupido comyntas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 44-48 mm wingspan | 20-29 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Comma Butterfly
Orange butterfly with ragged wing edges and a small white comma-shaped mark on the underside. The irregular outline mimics a dead leaf.
Did You Know?
Its range has expanded northward in Britain over recent decades, likely due to climate warming.
Eastern Tailed-Blue
Tiny blue butterfly with thin tails on the hindwings and orange spots near the tail. One of the smallest and most common butterflies in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Its tiny hindwing tails mimic antennae, tricking predators into attacking the wrong end.