Southern Dogface vs Madagascan Giant Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Dogface | Madagascan Giant Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zerene cesonia | Pharmacophagus antenor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 46-64 mm wingspan | 100-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America, South America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southern Dogface
Yellow butterfly with a pointed forewing showing a poodle-dog-face pattern in black. Males have a warm orange flush on the upper wing surface.
Did You Know?
The forewing markings form a recognizable dog face profile when the wings are spread open.
Madagascan Giant Swallowtail
A large black swallowtail butterfly with red and white markings, endemic to Madagascar. It is the island's largest butterfly species.
Did You Know?
Larvae sequester toxic aristolochic acids from their host plant, making them unpalatable to birds.