Western Fishfly vs Malabar Banded Peacock
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Fishfly | Malabar Banded Peacock |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neohermes filicornis | Papilio buddha |
| Order | Megaloptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 90-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | South Asia (India, endemic to the Western Ghats) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Western Fishfly
A western North American fishfly with feathery antennae and brownish wings. Adults are attracted to lights near streams where their larvae develop.
Did You Know?
Fishflies are distinguished from dobsonflies by their feathery antennae and lack of massive mandibles in males.
Malabar Banded Peacock
A striking swallowtail endemic to the Western Ghats with broad green bands across dark wings. Males congregate at mud puddles and stream banks in large numbers during the monsoon season.
Did You Know?
This is the state butterfly of Kerala and is found exclusively in the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot.