Sara Orangetip vs Goldenrod Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sara Orangetip | Goldenrod Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthocharis sara | Chauliognathus pennsylvanicus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Goldenrod Soldier Beetle
A familiar autumn beetle of eastern North America, commonly seen in large numbers on goldenrod flowers. Its yellow-and-black pattern mimics that of wasps.
Did You Know?
It produces defensive compounds called dihydromatricaria acids that deter ants and other predators.