Common Jezebel vs Chinese Peacock Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Jezebel | Chinese Peacock Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias eucharis | Papilio bianor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 65-85mm | Wingspan 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Jezebel
A medium butterfly with white uppersides and brilliantly colored red and yellow patterned undersides visible in flight. It often flies high in the canopy.
Did You Know?
It feeds exclusively on mistletoe as a caterpillar making it one of the few butterflies dependent on parasitic plants.
Chinese Peacock Swallowtail
A large swallowtail with dark wings that shimmer with brilliant blue-green iridescence. Its hindwings feature red and blue eyespot markings near the tails.
Did You Know?
The stunning blue-green iridescence on its wings inspired research into photonic crystal nanostructures.