Nettle-tree Butterfly vs African Giant Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle-tree Butterfly | African Giant Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libythea celtis | Papilio antimachus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 40-50mm | 180-250 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Nettle-tree Butterfly
A medium butterfly with angular wings and an extremely long snout formed by elongated palps. Its wings are dark brown with orange patches.
Did You Know?
Its elongated palps give it the longest snout of any European butterfly making it instantly recognizable.
African Giant Swallowtail
The largest butterfly in Africa with a wingspan of up to 250 mm. It flies at great heights in the canopy and is rarely seen by casual observers.
Did You Know?
It is believed to be toxic to predators and is one of the few butterflies that has no known mimics.