Sara Orangetip vs Brown Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sara Orangetip | Brown Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthocharis sara | Thecla betulae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 36-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining in parts of range) |
Sara Orangetip
Small white butterfly with vivid orange forewing tips and mottled greenish hindwing undersides. Flies early in spring in western North America.
Did You Know?
Adults have a single short flight period in spring and are not seen for the rest of the year.
Brown Hairstreak
A secretive butterfly with rich brown wings and an orange flash on the female's forewings. Adults spend most of their time in tree canopies, rarely descending to ground level.
Did You Know?
Eggs are laid singly on blackthorn and are easier to find in winter than the elusive adults are in summer.