Green-veined Charaxes vs Giant Charaxes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green-veined Charaxes | Giant Charaxes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Charaxes candiope | Charaxes castor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 70-85 mm wingspan | 75-95 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green-veined Charaxes
A large charaxes with orange upperwings and distinctive green-veined underwings. It is common along forested rivers and streams.
Did You Know?
The green veins on the underside provide excellent camouflage when the butterfly rests with wings folded among leaves.
Giant Charaxes
One of the largest charaxes butterflies with powerful tawny-orange wings with black borders. It has two short tails on each hindwing.
Did You Know?
They are such powerful fliers that they can be heard making a distinct rustling noise as they fly past.