Southern Snout Butterfly vs Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Snout Butterfly | Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libytheana carinenta | Rhaphiomidas terminatus abdominalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Mydidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 2.5-3.5 cm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern United States through Central and South America | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Southern Snout Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with an extremely elongated snout formed by its labial palps, giving it a unique beak-like profile. Its angular orange and brown wings resemble dead leaves.
Did You Know?
Spectacular mass migrations of millions of individuals sometimes darken the skies in Texas.
Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly
A large flower fly endemic to the Delhi Sands area of San Bernardino County, California. It was the first fly to be listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
Did You Know?
Listing this fly in 1993 caused controversy when it delayed construction of a hospital in its habitat.