Transparent Burnet vs Common Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Transparent Burnet | Common Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygaena purpuralis | Delias eucharis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Zygaenidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | Wingspan 65-85mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Transparent Burnet
A day-flying moth with semi-transparent red-streaked forewings. It is found in calcareous grasslands where wild thyme grows.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed exclusively on wild thyme, making it entirely dependent on this one plant.
Common Jezebel
A medium butterfly with white uppersides and brilliantly colored red and yellow patterned undersides visible in flight. It often flies high in the canopy.
Did You Know?
It feeds exclusively on mistletoe as a caterpillar making it one of the few butterflies dependent on parasitic plants.