Japanese Oakblue vs European Eosentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Oakblue | European Eosentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arhopala japonica | Eosentomon transitorium |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Protura |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Eosentomidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 1.0-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Japanese Oakblue
A beautiful lycaenid butterfly with brilliant metallic blue upperwings and cryptic brown underwings. Found in oak forests where its larvae live in association with ants. Known as 'murasaki-shijimi.'
Did You Know?
The caterpillars produce sweet secretions that attract ants, which then guard them from predators in a mutualistic relationship.
European Eosentomid
A well-known European proturan found in various soil types from forests to grasslands. It is one of the most frequently collected eosentomid species.
Did You Know?
This proturan can be found in densities of up to several thousand per square meter in rich forest soils.