Peak White vs Beautiful Snout
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peak White | Beautiful Snout |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pontia callidice | Hypena crassalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Erebidae |
| Size | 40-48 mm wingspan | 30-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Himalayas, Central Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peak White
A white butterfly with greenish marbling on the underside of its hindwings. It is one of the highest-flying European butterflies.
Did You Know?
It has been recorded at over 4500 meters elevation in the Himalayas.
Beautiful Snout
A moth with long palps forming a snout-like projection and warm purple-brown wings crossed by pale lines. It is associated exclusively with bilberry on acidic heathlands.
Did You Know?
Its elongated mouthparts give it the appearance of having a beak, unique among British moths.