Great Helen vs Cobra Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Helen | Cobra Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio iswara | Gomphus vastus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Papilionidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 120-150 mm wingspan | 58-68 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.
Cobra Clubtail
A large North American clubtail with a dramatically flared abdomen tip and bold yellow markings. It patrols large rivers and is a powerful, fast flier.
Did You Know?
Its abdomen tip flares out so dramatically that it resembles a cobra's hood, inspiring its common name.