Priamus Birdwing vs Richmond Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Priamus Birdwing | Richmond Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ornithoptera priamus | Ornithoptera richmondia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 120-190 mm wingspan | 11-13 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania (Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, northern Australia) | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Priamus Birdwing
A large and variable birdwing butterfly found across Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and parts of northern Australia. Males display vivid green and black wings. It is the most widespread species in the genus Ornithoptera.
Did You Know?
This species shows extraordinary colour variation across its range, with over 100 subspecies described from different islands.
Richmond Birdwing
A large subtropical birdwing butterfly with green and black males and brown females. It is threatened by habitat loss and a toxic introduced vine.
Did You Know?
Larvae that accidentally feed on the invasive Dutchman's pipe vine are poisoned and die.