Red Admiral vs Heliconius Hecale Longwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Admiral | Heliconius Hecale Longwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vanessa atalanta | Heliconius hecale |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 56-62 mm wingspan | 70-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America, North Africa, Asia | South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, Brazil) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Admiral
A bold black butterfly with red-orange bands and white spots, commonly seen in gardens. It is a strong migrant and occasional overwinterer.
Did You Know?
In autumn it is strongly attracted to fermenting fallen fruit and can become intoxicated on the alcohol.
Heliconius Hecale Longwing
A large Heliconius butterfly with black wings marked by broad orange and yellow patches. It is one of the most widespread species in the genus and is a participant in multiple mimicry rings. Adults are unusually long-lived for butterflies, surviving up to six months.
Did You Know?
It forms communal roosts of up to 30 individuals that return to the same branch every evening, providing safety in numbers.