Plain Tiger vs Common Groundhopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Plain Tiger | Common Groundhopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danaus chrysippus | Tetrix undulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | Wingspan 70-80mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, Oceania | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Plain Tiger
An orange butterfly with black borders and white spots that is extremely widespread across Africa and Asia. It is toxic due to larval food plants.
Did You Know?
It is mimicked by multiple species of butterflies across its range including females of the Great Eggfly.
Common Groundhopper
A tiny, dark pygmy grasshopper whose pronotum extends backward over the entire abdomen like a shield. It is active year-round and can even be found basking on bare ground in midwinter.
Did You Know?
It overwinters as an adult and can be found active on warm days in every month of the year, even January.