Hoary Edge Skipper vs Moroccan Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hoary Edge Skipper | Moroccan Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Achalarus lyciades | Dociostaurus maroccanus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 37-47 mm wingspan | 20-38 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Africa, Europe, 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.
Moroccan Locust
A small but destructive locust found in dry habitats across the Mediterranean and Central Asia. It forms dense hopper bands that march across arid terrain.
Did You Know?
Outbreaks tend to follow droughts broken by rain, when eggs laid in dry soil suddenly hatch en masse.