Red Lacewing vs Small Heath Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Lacewing | Small Heath Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cethosia biblis | Coenonympha pamphilus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 80-95 mm wingspan | 26-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam) | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| 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.
Small Heath Butterfly
A small, plain orange-brown butterfly that always rests with its wings closed. It is one of the most widespread grassland butterflies in Europe.
Did You Know?
It never opens its wings when at rest, always keeping the underwing eyespot visible as a predator deflection.