Sunbeam Butterfly vs Red-tipped Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunbeam Butterfly | Red-tipped Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Curetis thetis | Malachius bipustulatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Melyridae |
| Size | 34-40 mm wingspan | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sunbeam Butterfly
Dark upper wings contrast with brilliant silvery-white undersides. Fast-flying and sun-loving, often found darting around treetops.
Did You Know?
Its reflective silver underside flashes in sunlight, earning the genus the name Sunbeam.
Red-tipped Flower Beetle
A small metallic green beetle with bright red tips on each elytron. Males can evert orange vesicles from their thorax as a display.
Did You Know?
Males produce pheromone-laden secretions from thoracic vesicles that females lick during courtship.