Red Lacewing vs Corvus Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Lacewing | Corvus Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cethosia biblis | Trapezites symmomus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 80-95 mm wingspan | 3-4 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Wetlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam) | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Lacewing
A large butterfly with brilliant red-orange wings boldly bordered in black and white. The underside features an elaborate network of red, white, and black in a striking lacework pattern.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars are gregarious and covered in branching spines that deliver a mild sting, providing collective defense against predators.
Corvus Skipper
A robust dark skipper butterfly with orange-spotted wings found in sedge-rich wetlands. It is endemic to southeastern Australia and Tasmania.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars build tubular silk shelters among sedge leaves and emerge only to feed at night.