Rajah Brooke's Birdwing vs Japanese Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rajah Brooke's Birdwing | Japanese Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trogonoptera brookiana | Papilio xuthus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 150-170mm | Wingspan 70-90 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Rajah Brooke's Birdwing
A striking birdwing butterfly with jet black wings crossed by brilliant electric green tooth-shaped markings. It is the national butterfly of Malaysia.
Did You Know?
It was named after Sir James Brooke the first White Rajah of Sarawak by Alfred Russel Wallace who collected the first specimen.
Japanese Swallowtail
A common Asian swallowtail with pale yellow wings striped with black tiger-like bands. It is one of the most frequently seen butterflies in Japanese gardens.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars have a forked osmeterium that emits a foul smell to deter birds and wasps.