Twin-spot Centurion vs Common Rose Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Twin-spot Centurion | Common Rose Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sargus bipunctatus | Pachliopta aristolochiae |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Stratiomyidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 8-13 mm | Wingspan 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | India, Sri Lanka, China, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Twin-spot Centurion
A metallic bronze-green soldier fly with two characteristic pale spots on the frons. It is one of the most common stratiomyids in Europe, found basking on ivy flowers in autumn.
Did You Know?
It is one of the last flies to be active in autumn, still visiting ivy flowers well into November.
Common Rose Swallowtail
A striking black and crimson swallowtail butterfly common across South and Southeast Asia. Its body contains toxins sequestered from Aristolochia host plants.
Did You Know?
Several non-toxic butterfly species mimic its bold red and black warning colors to avoid predators.