Peach Blossom vs Duke of Burgundy
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peach Blossom | Duke of Burgundy |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyatira batis | Hamearis lucina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Drepanidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 29-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining regionally) |
Peach Blossom
A charming moth with olive-brown forewings adorned with pink and white spots that resemble peach blossoms. Fresh specimens are among the most beautiful of all European moths.
Did You Know?
The pink spots fade to white with age, so only freshly emerged moths display the full peach-blossom pattern.
Duke of Burgundy
A small, chequered brown and orange butterfly and Europe's only member of the metalmark family. It has declined significantly due to habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name suggesting a fritillary, it belongs to an entirely different family.