Four-barred Swordtail vs Paradise Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-barred Swordtail | Paradise Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protographium leosthenes | Ornithoptera paradisea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 6-7 cm wingspan | 120-170 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Papua New Guinea | Oceania (Papua New Guinea) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Four-barred Swordtail
A distinctive swallowtail with translucent wings crossed by four dark bars and a long sword-like tail. It has a rapid, darting flight pattern.
Did You Know?
Its nearly transparent wings make it extremely difficult to spot in dappled rainforest light.
Paradise Birdwing
A spectacular birdwing butterfly endemic to Papua New Guinea, notable for the elongated tails on the male's hindwings. Males display brilliant green and gold colouration. It is found in lowland and hill forests.
Did You Know?
The male's long hindwing tails trail behind in flight, creating a spectacularly graceful display reminiscent of a bird of paradise.