Creosote Lace Bug vs Postman Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Creosote Lace Bug | Postman Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Corythucha morrilli | Heliconius melpomene |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | Wingspan 55-80mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | South America, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Creosote Lace Bug
A tiny lace bug with delicate, ornately patterned wings found on creosote bushes. It feeds in groups on the underside of leaves.
Did You Know?
Its transparent, lace-like wing extensions may help camouflage it against the sunlit surface of leaves.
Postman Butterfly
A slender long-winged butterfly with black wings and a bold red band across the forewings. It is a classic example of Mullerian mimicry.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few butterflies that can digest pollen as well as nectar giving it amino acids that extend its lifespan to several months.