Small Heath Butterfly vs Crimson Rose
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Heath Butterfly | Crimson Rose |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coenonympha pamphilus | Pachliopta hector |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 26-33 mm wingspan | Wingspan 90-120mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Heath Butterfly
A small, plain orange-brown butterfly that always rests with its wings closed. It is one of the most widespread grassland butterflies in Europe.
Did You Know?
It never opens its wings when at rest, always keeping the underwing eyespot visible as a predator deflection.
Crimson Rose
A striking black swallowtail with bright crimson patches on the hindwings and a red body. It is a model species for mimicry by other butterflies.
Did You Know?
Its body contains toxic aristolochic acids from its larval food plant making it unpalatable and a model for multiple mimic species.