Lemon Migrant vs Corsican Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lemon Migrant | Corsican Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catopsilia pomona | Papilio hospiton |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm wingspan | 68-76 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia | Corsica (France) and Sardinia (Italy) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Lemon Migrant
Variable coloring from white to deep yellow with a reddish spot on hindwing underside. A widespread and migratory tropical pierid.
Did You Know?
Its multiple color forms are genetically controlled and occur across the species entire range.
Corsican Swallowtail
A large swallowtail endemic to the Mediterranean islands of Corsica and Sardinia with heavily patterned black and yellow wings. It is one of Europe's most threatened butterflies.
Did You Know?
It can hybridize with the common swallowtail where their ranges overlap, producing fertile hybrid offspring.