Kamehameha Butterfly vs Neotropical Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kamehameha Butterfly | Neotropical Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vanessa tameamea | Leptopharsa heveae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm wingspan | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Hawaii | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Kamehameha Butterfly
Hawaii's state insect, a beautiful orange-and-black butterfly endemic to the islands. It is one of only two butterfly species native to Hawaii.
Did You Know?
It was designated Hawaii's state insect in 2009 and is named after the Hawaiian royal dynasty.
Neotropical Lace Bug
A tiny transparent-winged lace bug that feeds on rubber trees in South American plantations. Its wings have an intricate net-like pattern resembling delicate lacework.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can reduce rubber latex production by up to 30 percent by damaging the photosynthetic capacity of leaves.