Sinai Baton Blue vs Elm Cimbicid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sinai Baton Blue | Elm Cimbicid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudophilotes sinaicus | Cimbex luteus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 1-1.5 cm wingspan | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Parks |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Egypt | Europe |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Sinai Baton Blue
The smallest butterfly in the world by wingspan, found only in the Sinai Peninsula. It depends on a single plant species, Sinai thyme.
Did You Know?
Its entire world range covers less than 5 square kilometers of mountainous desert.
Elm Cimbicid Sawfly
A large, pale yellowish sawfly with conspicuous knobbed antennae. It is associated with elm trees where the large green larvae feed.
Did You Know?
This species has become less commonly recorded following the decline of elm populations due to Dutch elm disease across Europe.