South American Leaf Beetle vs Green Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Leaf Beetle | Green Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Doryphora reticulata | Callophrys rubi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | Wingspan 26-34mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
South American Leaf Beetle
A colorful leaf beetle with a reticulated pattern of black lines over yellow-orange elytra. It feeds on nightshade family plants in South American forests.
Did You Know?
It sequesters toxic alkaloids from its host plants, making it unpalatable to birds and lizards.
Green Hairstreak
A small butterfly with plain brown uppersides but stunning iridescent green undersides. It always rests with wings closed showing only the green underside.
Did You Know?
It is the only green butterfly in Britain and its color comes from photonic crystals in the wing scales not pigment.