Great Helen vs Black-shouldered Spinyleg
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Helen | Black-shouldered Spinyleg |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio iswara | Dromogomphus spinosus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Papilionidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 120-150 mm wingspan | 60-70 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra, Thailand, Myanmar) | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Great Helen
A large, elegant swallowtail with dark velvety black wings bearing a broad white band across the hindwings and blue submarginal spots. The hindwings have distinctive spatulate tails.
Did You Know?
Males are often seen mud-puddling in large groups along forest streams, sometimes alongside dozens of other swallowtail species.
Black-shouldered Spinyleg
A large, elegant clubtail with distinctive spiny hind legs and black shoulder stripes. It perches conspicuously on rocks and logs along streams.
Did You Know?
The spiny projections on its hind legs form a basket used to scoop prey out of the air.