Large Fruit-tree Tortrix vs Arctic Sulphur
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Fruit-tree Tortrix | Arctic Sulphur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archips podana | Colias nastes |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 20-27 mm wingspan | 36-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Arctic Canada, Alaska, Greenland, Rocky Mountain alpine zones |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Fruit-tree Tortrix
A relatively large tortricid with reddish-brown males and paler females. It is a common pest in orchards where larvae web leaves together.
Did You Know?
Males fly in a characteristic zigzag pattern when following a female pheromone trail.
Arctic Sulphur
A pale greenish-white butterfly with dusky wing margins and small dark discal spots. Its subdued coloration helps it absorb warmth while basking with wings spread. It rarely strays far from its alpine or arctic habitat.
Did You Know?
On overcast days, this butterfly can raise its body temperature 10 degrees above air temperature by basking laterally to maximize solar absorption.