Tailed Jay vs Sooty Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tailed Jay | Sooty Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphium agamemnon | Erebia pluto |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | Wingspan 80-100mm | 36-44 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | Alps |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tailed Jay
A fast-flying black swallowtail butterfly covered with spots of green or blue-green. It rarely settles and is constantly in motion.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few butterflies that flaps its wings even while feeding on flowers never fully stopping.
Sooty Ringlet
One of the darkest European butterflies, almost entirely black. It inhabits the highest scree slopes and rock faces in the Alps.
Did You Know?
Its nearly black wings help absorb solar radiation for warmth in its frigid habitat.