Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary vs Common Mime
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary | Common Mime |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria selene | Papilio clytia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 32-44mm | 80-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary
A small orange fritillary with silver and rufous pearl spots on the hindwing underside.
Did You Know?
Has declined significantly across Europe due to the loss of coppiced woodland and damp meadow habitats.
Common Mime
A polymorphic swallowtail butterfly that exists in two main forms: one mimicking the toxic Common Crow and the other mimicking the Blue Tiger. Both forms lack the typical swallowtail tails.
Did You Know?
The two distinct forms are controlled by a single genetic switch, making it one of the best examples of genetic polymorphism in butterflies.