Hoary Edge Skipper vs Bedstraw Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hoary Edge Skipper | Bedstraw Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Achalarus lyciades | Hyles gallii |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 37-47 mm wingspan | 55-75 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Europe, North America, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hoary Edge Skipper
A dark brown spread-wing skipper with a frosted white patch along the outer margin of the hindwing underside. Its fast darting flight makes it difficult to follow.
Did You Know?
The name 'hoary edge' refers to the silvery-white frosted margin that distinguishes it from similar dark skippers.
Bedstraw Hawk Moth
A striking hawk moth with olive-green forewings bearing a buff median band and pink hindwings. It is a migratory species found across the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
The bedstraw hawk moth has one of the most extensive ranges of any hawk moth, found from Scandinavia to Japan and across much of North America.