Dark Green Fritillary vs European Corn Borer Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Green Fritillary | European Corn Borer Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Speyeria aglaja | Macrocentrus grandii |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Green Fritillary
A fast-flying fritillary with a powerful gliding flight over open grasslands. Its underside features large silver spots against a green-washed background.
Did You Know?
It is one of the fastest-flying European butterflies and rarely settles for long.
European Corn Borer Parasite
A slender braconid wasp introduced to North America to control the European corn borer. It lays polyembryonic eggs that multiply inside the host caterpillar.
Did You Know?
A single egg divides into up to 30 genetically identical larvae inside the host through polyembryony.