Grizzled Skipper vs Barred Red Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grizzled Skipper | Barred Red Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrgus malvae | Hylaea fasciaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 23-29 mm wingspan | 30-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern (declining in northern range) | Least Concern |
Grizzled Skipper
A tiny butterfly with dark brown wings chequered with white spots, resembling a small moth. It basks with wings spread flat in sheltered spots on warm spring days.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar lives inside a tiny tent made by folding and silk-binding the edge of a leaf.
Barred Red Moth
A reddish-brown moth with a broad darker band across the forewings. It is closely associated with coniferous forests throughout its range.
Did You Know?
A green form of this species exists and was once considered a separate species.