New Zealand Yellow Admiral vs Oregon Silverspot Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Yellow Admiral | Oregon Silverspot Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vanessa itea | Speyeria zerene hippolyta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 5-6 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Grasslands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand, also Australia) | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
New Zealand Yellow Admiral
A native New Zealand butterfly closely related to the red admiral but featuring prominent yellow-orange patches on its wings. It is widespread across both islands and is a common garden visitor. Adults are strong fliers and may occasionally migrate.
Did You Know?
Yellow admirals are one of the few New Zealand butterflies that occasionally make trans-Tasman crossings between Australia and New Zealand.
Oregon Silverspot Butterfly
A medium-sized fritillary butterfly with bright silver spots on its hindwing undersides. It inhabits coastal grasslands from Washington to northern California.
Did You Know?
Its larvae feed exclusively on early blue violet plants that grow in wind-swept coastal prairies.