Sage Leafhopper vs Scarce Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sage Leafhopper | Scarce Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupteryx melissae | Iphiclides podalirius |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 3-3.5 mm | Wingspan 64-84mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sage Leafhopper
A small, attractively marked leafhopper found on sage and other labiates in gardens. Feeding causes pale stippling on leaves. Originally Mediterranean but expanding northward.
Did You Know?
Has expanded its range significantly northward in Europe, likely benefiting from climate change and herb gardening.
Scarce Swallowtail
A pale yellow swallowtail butterfly with bold black tiger stripes and long tailed hindwings tipped with blue. It soars elegantly on updrafts.
Did You Know?
Males gather in large numbers at hilltops in a behavior called hilltopping to increase their chances of finding mates.