Peak White vs Rock Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peak White | Rock Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pontia callidice | Temnothorax rugatulus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Formicidae |
| Size | 40-48 mm wingspan | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Himalayas, Central Asia | Western United States, Mexico |
| 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.
Rock Ant
A tiny dark ant that nests in rock crevices at high elevations in western North America. Colonies contain about 200 workers and exhibit collective decision-making. Workers are dark brown with rugose sculpture on the body.
Did You Know?
Studies showed that about 40% of workers in a colony are consistently inactive, serving as a reserve labor force.