Oak Eggar vs Neotropical Blue Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Eggar | Neotropical Blue Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiocampa quercus | Pseudolycaena marsyas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 50-75 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Eggar
A robust moth with rich brown wings and a distinctive white spot on each forewing. Males are active fast fliers during the day, while females fly at night.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a female's pheromones from several kilometres away.
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.