Scarce Swallowtail vs Blatchley's Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarce Swallowtail | Blatchley's Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Iphiclides podalirius | Manomera blatchleyi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Papilionidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | Wingspan 64-84mm | 5-7 cm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | United States (Southeastern) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarce Swallowtail
A pale yellow swallowtail butterfly with bold black tiger stripes and long tailed hindwings tipped with blue. It soars elegantly on updrafts.
Did You Know?
Males gather in large numbers at hilltops in a behavior called hilltopping to increase their chances of finding mates.
Blatchley's Walkingstick
A slender, brown walkingstick found in the southeastern United States. It is named after the American entomologist Willis Blatchley.
Did You Know?
Males are noticeably smaller and thinner than females, a common trait in Diapheromeridae.