Small Heath Butterfly vs Emerald Fruit Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Heath Butterfly | Emerald Fruit Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coenonympha pamphilus | Dicronorrhina derbyana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 26-33 mm wingspan | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia | East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Emerald Fruit Chafer
A large and spectacular flower beetle from East Africa with vivid green elytra. It is popular among collectors for its striking metallic coloration.
Did You Know?
Males have a distinctive Y-shaped horn on the head used in territorial disputes.