Madeiran Large White vs Penthicodes Lanternfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madeiran Large White | Penthicodes Lanternfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pieris brassicae wollastoni | Penthicodes pulchella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Fulgoridae |
| Size | 5-6 cm wingspan | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Portugal | Indonesia, Java, Sumatra |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Madeiran Large White
A subspecies of the large white butterfly that was endemic to Madeira. It has not been reliably recorded since the 1970s and may be extinct.
Did You Know?
Pesticide use and introduced parasitoid wasps are believed to have driven it to the brink of extinction.
Penthicodes Lanternfly
A strikingly beautiful Southeast Asian lanternfly with iridescent blue-green forewings and contrasting red-orange hindwings. Its compact head process is short and rounded.
Did You Know?
This species is highly prized by insect collectors for its metallic coloration, which rivals that of many jewel beetles.