Japanese Yellow Swallowtail vs High Brown Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Yellow Swallowtail | High Brown Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio machaon hippocrates | Fabriciana adippe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 70-90 mm wingspan | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Yellow Swallowtail
The Japanese subspecies of the Old World swallowtail, known as 'ki-ageha.' A large and elegant butterfly with bright yellow wings marked with black patterns and blue hindwing spots.
Did You Know?
This butterfly engages in 'hilltopping' behavior, where males fly to hilltops and ridges to establish territories and wait for females.
High Brown Fritillary
A large, fast-flying fritillary with rich tawny-orange wings and a complex pattern of silver spots beneath. It is one of Europe's most rapidly declining butterflies.
Did You Know?
In Britain it is the country's most endangered butterfly, having lost over 80% of its colonies.