Red Helen vs Zebra Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Helen | Zebra Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio helenus | Macrostemum zebratum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 110-140 mm wingspan | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos) | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Zebra Caddis
A strikingly patterned net-spinning caddisfly of eastern North American rivers. Larvae build large silken capture nets in warm rivers.
Did You Know?
Its bold zebra-striped wing pattern makes it one of the most visually striking North American caddisflies.