Wall Brown vs New Zealand Red Admiral
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wall Brown | New Zealand Red Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiommata megera | Vanessa gonerilla |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | Wingspan 36-50mm | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wall Brown
An orange-brown butterfly with eyespots that basks with wings open on walls, rocks and bare ground.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of sunbathing on warm walls and has sadly declined across much of western Europe.
New Zealand Red Admiral
An endemic New Zealand butterfly with striking red and black wing patterns. It is found throughout both main islands in bush margins and gardens. The larvae feed exclusively on native stinging nettle (ongaonga).
Did You Know?
Unlike most butterflies, the New Zealand red admiral overwinters as an adult and can sometimes be seen flying on warm winter days.