Marbled Minor vs Green-banded Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Marbled Minor | Green-banded Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oligia strigilis | Papilio nireus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 80-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Marbled Minor
A small, cryptically marked moth that is extremely variable in pattern. Part of a complex of similar-looking species that can only be reliably separated by dissection.
Did You Know?
Part of a notoriously difficult species complex where three species look almost identical.
Green-banded Swallowtail
A striking black swallowtail with brilliant metallic blue-green bands across both wings. It is a fast flier often seen mud-puddling along rivers.
Did You Know?
Males gather in large numbers at muddy riverbanks to drink mineral-rich water, a behavior called mud-puddling.