Common Windmill vs Duke of Burgundy
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Windmill | Duke of Burgundy |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Byasa polyeuctes | Hamearis lucina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | Wingspan 80-100 mm | 29-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | China, India, Nepal, Myanmar | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining regionally) |
Common Windmill
A black swallowtail with red body spots and white-patched hindwings that flutter in a distinctive windmill pattern. It flies slowly and confidently due to its toxicity.
Did You Know?
Its slow, meandering flight advertises its toxic body chemistry to potential predators.
Duke of Burgundy
A small, chequered brown and orange butterfly and Europe's only member of the metalmark family. It has declined significantly due to habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name suggesting a fritillary, it belongs to an entirely different family.