Silky Hairstreak vs Jersey Tiger
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silky Hairstreak | Jersey Tiger |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudalmenus chlorinda | Euplagia quadripunctaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 cm wingspan | Wingspan 42-52mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silky Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with metallic blue-green sheen and orange-spotted hindwing tails. Its larvae have a mutualistic relationship with ants.
Did You Know?
Ants guard the caterpillars in exchange for sugary secretions from special glands on the larvae.
Jersey Tiger
A day-flying moth with striking black and white striped forewings and bright orange hindwings. It gathers in massive aggregations in summer.
Did You Know?
Thousands gather annually in the Valley of the Butterflies on Rhodes creating one of Europes most spectacular insect events.