Emperor Moth vs Fiery Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emperor Moth | Fiery Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Saturnia pavonia | Hylephila phyleus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 55-85 mm wingspan | 25-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Southern United States, migrating northward in summer |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Emperor Moth
Europe's only native member of the giant silk moth family, with prominent eyespots on all four wings. Males are colourful day-fliers while females are larger and nocturnal.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a virgin female's scent from over a mile away using their huge feathered antennae.
Fiery Skipper
A small bright orange skipper with short antennae and a fast darting flight. Males have a prominent black stigma on the forewing.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most common skippers found in American suburban lawns and is a minor turf grass pest.