Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores vs Naga Nawab Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores | Naga Nawab Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tarphius floresensis | Polyura nepenthes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Zopheridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 0.2-0.4 cm | Wingspan 70-90 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Portugal | India, Nepal, Myanmar, China |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores
A tiny beetle endemic to Flores Island in the Azores. It inhabits decaying wood in remnant laurel forests.
Did You Know?
The Azores archipelago has lost over 95% of its native forest, pushing many endemic beetles toward extinction.
Naga Nawab Butterfly
A powerful fast-flying butterfly with green-washed wings and short tails on the hindwings. It is drawn to rotting fruit and animal dung rather than flowers.
Did You Know?
Unlike most butterflies, it never visits flowers and feeds exclusively on fermenting organic matter.