Sertania Metalmark vs Orange-tip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sertania Metalmark | Orange-tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sertania circumdata | Anthocharis cardamines |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 38-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sertania Metalmark
Small brown butterfly with orange patches and metallic scaling on the underside. Endemic to the Brazilian cerrado biome.
Did You Know?
Its range is restricted almost entirely to the threatened cerrado savanna biome of Brazil.
Orange-tip
Males have bright orange wingtips; females are plain white with black tips. A herald of spring in European woodlands.
Did You Know?
Males patrol hedgerows searching for freshly emerged females, never visiting the same flower patch twice.