Green Hairstreak vs Borneo Leaf Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Hairstreak | Borneo Leaf Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callophrys rubi | Amorphoscelis borneana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-34mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Green Hairstreak
A small butterfly with plain brown uppersides but stunning iridescent green undersides. It always rests with wings closed showing only the green underside.
Did You Know?
It is the only green butterfly in Britain and its color comes from photonic crystals in the wing scales not pigment.
Borneo Leaf Mantis
A small leaf-mimicking mantis from the forests of Borneo. It rests on dead leaves in the understory where its brown coloring provides camouflage.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few Amorphoscelis species found in Asia rather than Africa.