Gray Hairstreak vs Halloween Hisser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gray Hairstreak | Halloween Hisser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Strymon melinus | Elliptorhina laevigata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Blaberidae |
| Size | 22-35 mm wingspan | 45-55 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Throughout the United States, southern Canada, and into Central America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Gray Hairstreak
One of the most widespread hairstreaks in North America with slate-gray wings and a bright orange spot near its tail. It uses a remarkably wide range of host plants.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed on plants from over 20 different families, making it one of the most generalist butterfly larvae in North America.
Halloween Hisser
A striking cockroach with dark brown and orange-black coloring. Its smooth pronotum and contrasting colors make it visually distinctive.
Did You Know?
Its Halloween-themed coloration of black and orange makes it one of the most popular decorative cockroach species in collections.