Japanese Clouded Yellow vs White Clover Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Clouded Yellow | White Clover Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colias erate | Protapion fulvipes |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Brentidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Clouded Yellow
Known as 'monjiro-cho' in Japanese, a common yellow butterfly found in open grasslands. Males are bright yellow while females may be white or yellow. A familiar sight in Japanese fields.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so common in Japan that it is one of the first butterflies children learn to identify, and it features in many Japanese children's songs.
White Clover Weevil
A minute black weevil with pale legs that feeds on white clover flower heads. Extremely common in pastures. Larvae consume developing clover seeds.
Did You Know?
One of the most abundant beetles in European grasslands, with densities reaching thousands per square meter.