Dusky-winged Fritillary vs Golden Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusky-winged Fritillary | Golden Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria natazhati | Troides aeacus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 28-34 mm wingspan | 140-170 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Alaska, Yukon, northern British Columbia | South and Southeast Asia, southern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern; listed on CITES Appendix II |
Dusky-winged Fritillary
A small fritillary butterfly with dark brown wings bearing orange spots and complex underside markings. It flies in remote mountain passes and high tundra. The species is named after Mount Natazhat in Alaska.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so restricted to high-altitude Arctic habitats that each mountain population may be genetically distinct.
Golden Birdwing
A large birdwing butterfly with velvety black forewings and brilliant golden-yellow hindwings. It is found across a wide range of Asian habitats from India to China.
Did You Know?
Like all birdwings, it is protected under international trade law, and collecting wild specimens is illegal in most countries.