Speckled Yellow vs Malagasy Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Speckled Yellow | Malagasy Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudopanthera macularia | Leptomyrina phidias |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 26-30 mm wingspan | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Speckled Yellow
A bright yellow day-flying moth with brown speckles across the wings. It flutters through woodland clearings and along shady lanes.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed on wood sage and dead-nettles, pupating in leaf litter over winter.
Malagasy Blue Butterfly
A small butterfly with brilliant blue upperwings in males and more subdued brown in females. The underwing surface has fine dark streaks on a silvery white background.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars are unusual among lycaenids in feeding on lichens rather than the more typical ants or plant tissue.