Hoary Edge Skipper vs Spurge Hawkmoth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hoary Edge Skipper | Spurge Hawkmoth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Achalarus lyciades | Hyles euphorbiae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 37-47 mm wingspan | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Europe, Central 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.
Spurge Hawkmoth
A striking hawkmoth with olive and pink forewings and rosy-red hindwings with a black base. Its caterpillar is equally spectacular with red, black, yellow, and white markings.
Did You Know?
It has been introduced to North America as a biological control agent for invasive leafy spurge.