Great Nawab vs Superb Jewelwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Nawab | Superb Jewelwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyura eudamippus | Calopteryx amata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 85-110 mm wingspan | 50-60 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar) and Himalayas | Asia |
| 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.
Superb Jewelwing
An East Asian damselfly with iridescent metallic green body and dark wings with blue-purple reflections. It inhabits clear streams across China, Korea, and Japan.
Did You Know?
Males perform elaborate wing-clapping displays that create audible sounds to attract females.