Peacock Butterfly vs White-letter Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peacock Butterfly | White-letter Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aglais io | Satyrium w-album |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 50-55 mm wingspan | Wingspan 26-30mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Peacock Butterfly
Reddish-brown wings with four large blue and yellow eyespots resembling peacock feathers. Undersides are nearly black, providing camouflage when at rest.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it rapidly opens its wings to flash its eyespots while making a hissing sound.
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.