Large Alderfly vs Cleopatra Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Alderfly | Cleopatra Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sialis nigripes | Gonepteryx cleopatra |
| Order | Megaloptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sialidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | Wingspan 50-70mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Alderfly
A relatively large alderfly with dark wings and black legs found near rivers in eastern North America. Adults rest on streamside vegetation during the day.
Did You Know?
Alderfly larvae breathe through feathery gills along their abdomen and a single long tail filament that acts as an additional gill.
Cleopatra Butterfly
A large butterfly with deep orange forewings in males and pale greenish wings in females. Common in Mediterranean areas.
Did You Know?
Males have the deepest orange coloring of any European pierid butterfly, contrasting with their lemon-yellow undersides.