Red Helen vs Large Wall Brown
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Helen | Large Wall Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio helenus | Lasiommata maera |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 110-140 mm wingspan | 44-56 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos) | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Helen
A large, elegant swallowtail butterfly with black wings marked by large creamy-white patches on the hindwings and red crescents along the hindwing margin. It has a slow, sailing flight.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar has an osmeterium, a bright orange forked organ behind the head that releases a foul smell to deter predators.
Large Wall Brown
A medium-sized brown butterfly with large apical eyespots and warm orange patches on the forewings. It frequents rocky terrain and often basks on stone walls and boulders.
Did You Know?
Unlike most satyrines, it actively seeks out the hottest, most sun-baked rock faces for basking.