Peak White vs Spicebush Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peak White | Spicebush Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pontia callidice | Papilio troilus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 40-48 mm wingspan | Wingspan 90-130mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Alps, Himalayas, Central Asia | North America |
| 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.
Spicebush Swallowtail
A dark swallowtail butterfly with blue-green hindwing scaling and orange spots. Its caterpillar has large false eyespots making it resemble a small snake.
Did You Know?
The young caterpillar mimics a bird dropping while the older caterpillar switches to mimicking a green tree snake.