Raspberry Beetle vs Orange Oakleaf Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Raspberry Beetle | Orange Oakleaf Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Byturus tomentosus | Kallima inachus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Byturidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 85-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Raspberry Beetle
A small brownish-gold beetle whose larvae are the small white grubs found inside raspberries and blackberries.
Did You Know?
The small cream-colored grub found inside a raspberry you were about to eat is almost certainly this species.
Orange Oakleaf Butterfly
A butterfly with bright orange upperwings but underwings that perfectly mimic a dead leaf.
Did You Know?
The underside even has false midribs, veins, and fungal spot markings.