Zegris eupheme vs Crimson Marsh Glider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zegris eupheme | Crimson Marsh Glider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zegris eupheme | Trithemis aurora |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Pieridae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 4-5 cm wingspan | 30-38mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Spain, Turkey, Central Asia | Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Zegris eupheme
A white butterfly with orange wingtip patches found in steppe grasslands from Spain to Central Asia. European populations have declined severely due to agriculture.
Did You Know?
In Spain, it is called the 'sooty orange tip' and is considered one of Europe's rarest pierid butterflies.
Crimson Marsh Glider
A dazzling dragonfly where males are vivid crimson-pink with rose-tinted wing bases. Females are olive-brown. It perches on vegetation tips near marshes and ponds.
Did You Know?
The brilliant crimson-pink color of the male is among the most vivid of any dragonfly in Asia.