Common Graphium vs Plain-faced Dronefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Graphium | Plain-faced Dronefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphium leonidas | Eristalis arbustorum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 65-80 mm wingspan | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast) | Europe, North America, Asia |
| 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.
Plain-faced Dronefly
A small, dark dronefly with a distinctive bare facial stripe. It is one of the most common hoverflies visiting garden flowers in summer.
Did You Know?
It can be distinguished from other droneflies by the shiny, hairless stripe down the center of its face.