Wall Brown vs Common Graphium
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wall Brown | Common Graphium |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiommata megera | Graphium leonidas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 36-50mm | 65-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wall Brown
An orange-brown butterfly with eyespots that basks with wings open on walls, rocks and bare ground.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of sunbathing on warm walls and has sadly declined across much of western Europe.
Common Graphium
A striking swallowtail butterfly with black wings marked with pale blue-green translucent spots. It is a fast and powerful flier often seen in forest clearings. Males gather at mud puddles in large groups.
Did You Know?
Groups of up to 50 males can be seen drinking together at riverside mud puddles, creating a spectacular display of color.