Neotropical Blue Hairstreak vs White-banded Grass Dart
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Blue Hairstreak | White-banded Grass Dart |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudolycaena marsyas | Taractrocera papyria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 2-3 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Parks |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neotropical Blue Hairstreak
A brilliant iridescent blue hairstreak butterfly with delicate tail streamers on the hind wings. Its underside is pale grey with fine dark lines.
Did You Know?
Its false head pattern on the hind wing tips, complete with fake antennae, tricks predators into attacking the wrong end.
White-banded Grass Dart
A small orange-brown skipper butterfly with a distinctive white band across its hindwings. It is common in grassy habitats throughout eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few Australian butterflies that thrives on suburban lawns.