Paris Peacock vs Dusky-winged Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paris Peacock | Dusky-winged Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio paris | Boloria natazhati |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 28-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia, southern China | Alaska, Yukon, northern British Columbia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Dusky-winged Fritillary
A small fritillary butterfly with dark brown wings bearing orange spots and complex underside markings. It flies in remote mountain passes and high tundra. The species is named after Mount Natazhat in Alaska.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so restricted to high-altitude Arctic habitats that each mountain population may be genetically distinct.