Meadow Argus vs Homerus Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Argus | Homerus Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Junonia villida | Papilio homerus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 4-5 cm wingspan | 130-150 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands | Jamaica (Blue Mountains and John Crow Mountains only) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Meadow Argus
A medium-sized brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on each wing. It is one of Australia's most common and widespread butterflies.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous eyespots on its wings are thought to startle predators or deflect attacks from the body.
Homerus Swallowtail
The largest butterfly in the Americas, with a wingspan reaching 150 mm and bold black and yellow patterning. It is endemic to Jamaica and restricted to two mountain ranges.
Did You Know?
Fewer than an estimated 500 adults exist in the wild, confined to shrinking patches of Jamaican mountain forest.