White-letter Hairstreak vs Baronia Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-letter Hairstreak | Baronia Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Satyrium w-album | Baronia brevicornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-30mm | 55-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Forests |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Southwestern Mexico |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Near Threatened |
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.
Baronia Swallowtail
The most primitive living swallowtail butterfly, restricted to a small area of southwestern Mexico. A true living fossil representing a lineage over 50 million years old.
Did You Know?
The most primitive living papilionid butterfly, with a lineage stretching back over 50 million years.