South American Swallowtail vs Zanzibar Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Swallowtail | Zanzibar Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heraclides thoas | Uranothauma crawshayi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Central America, southern United States | Zanzibar, East African coast |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
South American Swallowtail
A large swallowtail butterfly with black wings bearing bright yellow band patterns and prominent tail extensions. It is a strong, rapid flier.
Did You Know?
When threatened, its caterpillar extends a bright orange forked organ called an osmeterium that releases a foul smell.
Zanzibar Blue Butterfly
A delicate blue butterfly found on Zanzibar and coastal East Africa. Males have shimmering blue upperwings while females are brown.
Did You Know?
Larvae are tended by ants that protect them in exchange for honeydew secretions.