Paris Peacock vs Anaxibia Morpho
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paris Peacock | Anaxibia Morpho |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio paris | Morpho anaxibia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 100-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia, southern China | South America (Brazil - southeastern Atlantic Forest) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Paris Peacock
A magnificent large swallowtail with velvety black wings bearing a large iridescent blue-green patch on each hindwing that changes color with viewing angle. It frequents forest canopies.
Did You Know?
The shimmering blue-green patch on the hindwing is produced by nanoscale concavities in the wing scales that act like tiny mirrors.
Anaxibia Morpho
An Atlantic Forest endemic Morpho butterfly with blue upperwings bordered by broad black margins containing white spots. The underside is intricately patterned with brown, red, and silver markings. It is considered vulnerable due to extensive deforestation of its restricted habitat.
Did You Know?
This species is restricted entirely to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, one of the most threatened biomes on Earth with less than 12% of original cover remaining.