Grizzled Skipper vs Chrysanthemum Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grizzled Skipper | Chrysanthemum Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrgus malvae | Corythucha marmorata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 23-29 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | North America |
| 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.
Chrysanthemum Lace Bug
A small lace bug with mottled brown and white lace-patterned wings that feeds on chrysanthemums, goldenrod, and asters. It is widespread in North America. Heavy feeding produces a bleached, stippled appearance on leaves.
Did You Know?
Like all lace bugs, the nymphs lack the elaborate wing structures of adults and instead appear as small, dark, spiny creatures that look nothing like their parents.