Malay Lacewing vs Madagascan Flat Bark Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malay Lacewing | Madagascan Flat Bark Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cethosia hypsea | Passandra boliti |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Passandridae |
| Size | 80-100 mm wingspan | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra, Indonesia) | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Malay Lacewing
A vividly colored butterfly with deep orange-red wings outlined in black with white spots along the margins. The undersides are even more intricately patterned with lace-like white and orange designs.
Did You Know?
The intricate lacework pattern on the wing undersides gives this genus its common name and helps break up the butterfly's outline when resting.
Madagascan Flat Bark Beetle
An extremely flat beetle that lives under bark in Madagascan forests. Its compressed body allows it to navigate thin gaps between bark layers.
Did You Know?
Its body is so flat it can slip through gaps less than two millimeters wide.