Malay Lacewing vs Swallowtail Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malay Lacewing | Swallowtail Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cethosia hypsea | Papilio machaon |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 80-100 mm wingspan | 65-86 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra, Indonesia) | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Swallowtail Butterfly
Elegant butterfly with yellow wings marked with black veins and blue-red eyespots on hindwings. The tail extensions on hindwings divert predator attacks from the body.
Did You Know?
Swallowtail caterpillars have a hidden orange forked organ called an osmeterium that they pop out from behind their head when threatened, releasing a foul smell.