Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary vs Philippine Birdwing

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary Philippine Birdwing
Scientific Name Boloria selene Troides rhadamantus
Order Lepidoptera Lepidoptera
Family Nymphalidae Papilionidae
Size Wingspan 32-44mm 140-180 mm wingspan
Habitat Underground Forests
Diet Herbivores Nectar Feeders
Regions Europe, Asia, North America Southeast Asia (Philippines, Palawan, Visayas, Mindanao)
Conservation Least Concern Near Threatened

Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary

A small orange fritillary with silver and rufous pearl spots on the hindwing underside.

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Did You Know?

Has declined significantly across Europe due to the loss of coppiced woodland and damp meadow habitats.

Philippine Birdwing

A large birdwing butterfly endemic to the Philippines with black forewings and bright golden-yellow hindwings. The body is bright yellow and red, creating a striking contrast with the dark wings.

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Did You Know?

It is protected by Philippine law and is considered a flagship species for forest conservation in the Philippine archipelago.