African Moon Moth vs Hoary Edge Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Moon Moth | Hoary Edge Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Argema mimosae | Achalarus lyciades |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-120mm | 37-47 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Moon Moth
A large pale green silk moth with long hindwing tails and maroon eyespots on each wing. Males have broad feathery antennae.
Did You Know?
It is closely related to the Madagascan comet moth but has shorter tails and a wider African distribution.
Hoary Edge Skipper
A dark brown spread-wing skipper with a frosted white patch along the outer margin of the hindwing underside. Its fast darting flight makes it difficult to follow.
Did You Know?
The name 'hoary edge' refers to the silvery-white frosted margin that distinguishes it from similar dark skippers.