Great Nawab vs Tansy Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Nawab | Tansy Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyura eudamippus | Chrysolina graminis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 85-110 mm wingspan | 7-11mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar) and Himalayas | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Tansy Beetle
A stunning metallic green and copper beetle covered in tiny pits. It is one of the rarest beetles in Britain.
Did You Know?
In the UK it survives in only a small stretch along the River Ouse near York making it one of Britains most localized insects.