Common Graphium vs Narcissus Bulb Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Graphium | Narcissus Bulb Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphium leonidas | Merodon equestris |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 65-80 mm wingspan | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast) | Europe, North America (introduced), Oceania (introduced) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Graphium
A striking swallowtail butterfly with black wings marked with pale blue-green translucent spots. It is a fast and powerful flier often seen in forest clearings. Males gather at mud puddles in large groups.
Did You Know?
Groups of up to 50 males can be seen drinking together at riverside mud puddles, creating a spectacular display of color.
Narcissus Bulb Fly
A bumble bee-mimicking hoverfly that comes in multiple color forms matching different bumblebee species. Its larvae bore into and destroy daffodil and narcissus bulbs.
Did You Know?
It exists in multiple color forms, each mimicking a different bumblebee species found in the same habitat.