White-letter Hairstreak vs Angola White Lady Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-letter Hairstreak | Angola White Lady Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Satyrium w-album | Graphium angolanus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-30mm | 70-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon, DRC, Ghana) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.
Angola White Lady Swallowtail
A large swallowtail with black-and-white banded wings and a distinctive tail on each hindwing. It is a strong flier found in woodland and forest-savanna mosaic. Males are attracted to wet soil.
Did You Know?
This butterfly can fly long distances between forest patches, helping to maintain genetic connectivity among fragmented populations.