Crimson Rose vs Long-tailed Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crimson Rose | Long-tailed Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachliopta hector | Urbanus proteus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | Wingspan 90-120mm | 43-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Southern United States through Central and South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Crimson Rose
A striking black swallowtail with bright crimson patches on the hindwings and a red body. It is a model species for mimicry by other butterflies.
Did You Know?
Its body contains toxic aristolochic acids from its larval food plant making it unpalatable and a model for multiple mimic species.
Long-tailed Skipper
A striking skipper with iridescent blue-green body and wing bases and long tail-like projections on the hindwings. It is a strong flier and occasional migrant.
Did You Know?
Known as the bean leaf roller because the caterpillar folds bean leaves into tubular shelters.