Malabar Large White vs Montane Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malabar Large White | Montane Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pieris brassicae mahometana | Tipula montana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western Ghats, India | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Malabar Large White
A rare subspecies of the Large White butterfly endemic to the Western Ghats of India. Found only in high-altitude forests. Threatened by habitat degradation.
Did You Know?
A high-altitude relict population isolated in the Western Ghats since the last ice age.
Montane Crane Fly
A common crane fly in mountain forests and adjacent meadows. Larvae develop in damp forest soils rich in decaying leaves.
Did You Know?
Adults live only a few days, just long enough to mate and lay eggs.