Small Copper vs Yellow Glassy Tiger
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Copper | Yellow Glassy Tiger |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lycaena phlaeas | Parantica aspasia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 26-36 mm wingspan | 70-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North Africa, North America | Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Borneo, Sulawesi) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Copper
A vivid little butterfly with burnished copper-orange forewings spotted with black. It is feisty and territorial for its size, frequently chasing other butterflies from its perch.
Did You Know?
Rare aberrant individuals have blue spots on the hindwing and are prized by collectors.
Yellow Glassy Tiger
A delicate danainae butterfly with semi-transparent wings marked with black veins and margins and pale yellowish cells. It flies slowly and gracefully through the forest understory.
Did You Know?
Males possess specialized hair-pencils on the abdomen that release pheromones during courtship to attract females.