Crimson Rose vs Norse Grayling
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crimson Rose | Norse Grayling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachliopta hector | Oeneis norna |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | Wingspan 90-120mm | 44-54 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia |
| 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.
Norse Grayling
A medium-sized grayish-brown butterfly with subtle orange patches and small eyespots. The wings have a semi-translucent quality that helps with camouflage on lichen-covered ground. It has an erratic, low flight.
Did You Know?
This butterfly emerges in alternate years only, with populations synchronized so that all adults in an area appear in the same year.