Red Lacewing vs Green Protea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Lacewing | Green Protea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cethosia biblis | Smaragdesthes oertzeni |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 80-95 mm wingspan | 12-22 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam) | Central Africa (DRC, Congo, Cameroon) |
| 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.
Green Protea Beetle
A small but brilliantly metallic green beetle found in Central African forests. It is a frequent visitor to flowering trees and shrubs. The elytra have a smooth, highly reflective surface.
Did You Know?
The intense green color of this beetle remains vivid even in preserved specimens, unlike many other insects whose colors fade.