Indian Jewelwing vs Imported Cabbageworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Jewelwing | Imported Cabbageworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vestalis gracilis | Pieris rapae |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 55-70 mm | 45-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Indian Jewelwing
A large, shimmering emerald-green damselfly found in the rainforests of South and Southeast Asia. Both sexes have iridescent green bodies and clear wings.
Did You Know?
Its entire body shimmers with intense metallic emerald green, making it one of the most brilliant damselflies.
Imported Cabbageworm
A common white butterfly whose velvety green caterpillars are among the most familiar vegetable garden pests. Adults are the small white butterflies frequently seen fluttering over gardens.
Did You Know?
Despite being called a cabbageworm, it is actually a butterfly caterpillar, not a worm or moth larva.