Tiger Crane Fly vs Ulysses Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tiger Crane Fly | Ulysses Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nephrotoma flavescens | Papilio ulysses |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tipulidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 13-18 mm body length | 10-14 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tiger Crane Fly
A striking yellow crane fly with bold black stripes on the thorax. Adults are commonly found basking on sunny foliage in summer.
Did You Know?
Its bold yellow and black thoracic stripes make it the most colorful European crane fly.
Ulysses Butterfly
A large swallowtail with electric blue uppersides and cryptic brown undersides. It is an iconic symbol of tropical north Queensland tourism.
Did You Know?
Males are strongly attracted to anything bright blue, including clothing and car paint.