Viceroy Butterfly vs Cinnamon Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Viceroy Butterfly | Cinnamon Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Limenitis archippus | Limnephilus lunatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Limnephilidae |
| Size | 53-81 mm wingspan | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Viceroy Butterfly
Orange and black wings resembling the Monarch but with a black postmedian line across the hindwings. Once thought to be a harmless mimic, it is actually unpalatable too.
Did You Know?
It is a Mullerian co-mimic with the Monarch, as both species are distasteful to predators.
Cinnamon Sedge
A medium-sized caddisfly with warm cinnamon-brown wings bearing a crescent-shaped pale marking. Common near still waters throughout Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is remarkably tolerant of poor water quality and is often one of the last caddisflies remaining in polluted waters.