Island Marble Butterfly vs Scarce Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Island Marble Butterfly | Scarce Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euchloe ausonides insulanus | Iphiclides podalirius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 3-4 cm wingspan | Wingspan 64-84mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Island Marble Butterfly
A small white butterfly with green marbled undersides found only on San Juan Island, Washington. It was presumed extinct for 90 years before rediscovery in 1998.
Did You Know?
When rediscovered, it was initially mistaken for the common Sara orangetip butterfly.
Scarce Swallowtail
A pale yellow swallowtail butterfly with bold black tiger stripes and long tailed hindwings tipped with blue. It soars elegantly on updrafts.
Did You Know?
Males gather in large numbers at hilltops in a behavior called hilltopping to increase their chances of finding mates.