Hedgehog Flea vs Great Purple Emperor
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hedgehog Flea | Great Purple Emperor |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archaeopsylla erinacei | Sasakia charonda |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 75-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Hedgehog Flea
A large flea specific to European hedgehogs and one of the most abundant fleas in Western Europe. A single hedgehog can harbor hundreds.
Did You Know?
Hedgehogs are so commonly infested that an average individual carries about 100 of these fleas.
Great Purple Emperor
Japan's national butterfly, known as 'o-murasaki' in Japanese. Males display a stunning purple iridescence on their wings. A large and powerful flier found in deciduous forests.
Did You Know?
Designated as Japan's national butterfly in 1957, the Great Purple Emperor is rarely seen feeding on flowers, preferring tree sap instead.