Sara Longwing vs Queen of Spain Fritillary

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Sara Longwing Queen of Spain Fritillary
Scientific Name Heliconius sara Issoria lathonia
Order Lepidoptera Lepidoptera
Family Nymphalidae Nymphalidae
Size 55-70 mm wingspan 38-50 mm wingspan
Habitat Forests Farmland
Diet Nectar Feeders Omnivores
Regions Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Central America Europe, Africa, temperate Asia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Sara Longwing

A striking longwing butterfly with velvety black wings marked by brilliant blue iridescent bands. It roosts communally in groups at night.

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Did You Know?

Groups of up to 15 individuals return to the same roosting branch every evening for months, guided by chemical cues.

Queen of Spain Fritillary

A powerful-flying fritillary with large, brilliant silver spots covering the underside of its hindwings. It is a restless migrant that can appear far outside its usual range.

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Did You Know?

Its massive silver underwing spots are thought to startle predators by flashing in flight like mirrors.