Luzon Peacock Swallowtail vs Arctic Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Luzon Peacock Swallowtail | Arctic Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio chikae | Colias tyche |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 100-120 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Luzon, Philippines (highly restricted range) | Arctic Russia, Siberia, northern Alaska, Yukon |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Luzon Peacock Swallowtail
An extremely rare Philippine endemic with dark wings bearing brilliant green bands and large red-centered hindwing eyespots. It was only discovered in 1965.
Did You Know?
It was named after the Filipina lepidopterist Chika Okano, who contributed to Philippine butterfly taxonomy.
Arctic Clouded Yellow
A medium-sized butterfly with pale greenish-yellow wings and prominent dark borders. The underside has a silvery-white discal spot. It has a powerful, direct flight over open tundra landscapes.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so well adapted to the Arctic that it can fly in wind speeds that would ground most temperate butterflies.