Mariana Eight-spot Butterfly vs European Eosentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mariana Eight-spot Butterfly | European Eosentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hypolimnas octocula marianensis | Eosentomon transitorium |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Protura |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Eosentomidae |
| Size | 5-7 cm wingspan | 1.0-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | United States | Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
Mariana Eight-spot Butterfly
A butterfly subspecies endemic to the Mariana Islands in the western Pacific. It has suffered from habitat destruction and invasive species.
Did You Know?
The brown tree snake, an invasive predator, has devastated many native species on Guam including this butterfly.
European Eosentomid
A well-known European proturan found in various soil types from forests to grasslands. It is one of the most frequently collected eosentomid species.
Did You Know?
This proturan can be found in densities of up to several thousand per square meter in rich forest soils.