Orange-barred Sulphur vs Valenzuela Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-barred Sulphur | Valenzuela Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phoebis philea | Valenzuela flavidus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Caeciliusidae |
| Size | Wingspan 67-80mm | 2.0-3.0 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, South America | Europe, North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Orange-barred Sulphur
A large bright yellow butterfly with orange bar markings on the upper forewings. Females are more muted with reddish markings.
Did You Know?
Males patrol large territories and engage in spiraling aerial battles with rivals that can last several minutes.
Valenzuela Barklouse
A common yellowish barklouse found on a wide range of trees and shrubs. It is one of the most abundant psocids in temperate regions.
Did You Know?
This species is so common that it appears in almost every barklouse survey conducted in Europe.