Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly vs Walker's Nasute Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly | Walker's Nasute Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protogoniomorpha parhassus | Nasutitermes walkeri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 70-90 mm wingspan | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central Africa, East Africa, Southern Africa | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly
A large butterfly with shimmering pearly white wings that reflect iridescent blue and pink. It inhabits deep forest where it glides through shaded clearings.
Did You Know?
The pearlescent sheen on its wings is produced by tiny overlapping scales that act as multilayer reflectors.
Walker's Nasute Termite
An arboreal termite that builds round carton nests on tree trunks in eastern Australia. Its nests are made from chewed wood cemented with fecal material.
Did You Know?
Its arboreal nests provide shelter to many other invertebrate species including spiders and beetles.