Clouded Skipper vs African Commodore Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clouded Skipper | African Commodore Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lerema accius | Precis pelarga |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 32-44 mm wingspan | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States from Texas to Virginia | Southern Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clouded Skipper
A dark brown skipper with small glassy white spots on its forewings. It is one of the most common grass skippers in the southeastern United States.
Did You Know?
Unlike most skippers, it prefers shaded habitats and is frequently found in wooded areas rather than open fields.
African Commodore Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with warm orange-brown wings and subtle eyespots near the wing margins. It is common in open bushveld and grasslands.
Did You Know?
Dry-season and wet-season forms look so different they were originally described as separate species.