Common Tiger vs Potter Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Tiger | Potter Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danaus genutia | Delta unguiculatum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 70-95 mm wingspan | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh) | Southern Europe, North Africa, Middle East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Tiger
A tawny-orange butterfly with black veins and white-spotted black wing margins, resembling the Monarch butterfly. Its bold coloration warns predators of the toxic cardenolides sequestered from milkweed host plants.
Did You Know?
Males possess specialized hair pencils on their abdomens that release pheromones during courtship to attract females.
Potter Wasp
A solitary wasp that constructs small urn-shaped mud nests on walls and branches. Each pot is provisioned with paralyzed caterpillars for a single larva.
Did You Know?
Ancient Greek potters may have been inspired by these wasps' elegant mud vessels.