Great Nawab vs Small Copper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Nawab | Small Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyura eudamippus | Lycaena phlaeas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 85-110 mm wingspan | 26-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Heathland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar) and Himalayas | Europe, Asia, North Africa, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Great Nawab
A large and powerful butterfly with pale green-white uppersides and richly marked brown and olive undersides. The hindwings have short pointed tails and the flight is fast and commanding.
Did You Know?
It is attracted to fermented fruit bait and will return repeatedly to the same feeding spot, making it relatively easy to observe.
Small Copper
A vivid little butterfly with burnished copper-orange forewings spotted with black. It is feisty and territorial for its size, frequently chasing other butterflies from its perch.
Did You Know?
Rare aberrant individuals have blue spots on the hindwing and are prized by collectors.