Wall Brown vs Sleepy Orange
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wall Brown | Sleepy Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiommata megera | Eurema nicippe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Pieridae |
| Size | Wingspan 36-50mm | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America, Central America |
| 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.
Sleepy Orange
Bright orange butterfly with irregular black borders and a small dark spot on the forewing. Named for a sleepy-eye-shaped mark.
Did You Know?
The name refers to a small mark on the forewing underside that resembles a half-closed eye.