Japanese Tiger Beetle vs Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Tiger Beetle | Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela japonica | Pyrgus armoricanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 16-20 mm | 24-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, Eastern China | Southern and central Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Tiger Beetle
A common and widespread tiger beetle across Japan with variable coloring from green to coppery brown. It frequents sunny paths and open ground.
Did You Know?
In Japanese it is called hanzomushi, named after the famous ninja Hattori Hanzo because of its elusive speed.
Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper
A small greyish-brown skipper with white spots, very similar to related species but with distinct underside markings. It prefers warmer, drier habitats than most other grizzled skippers.
Did You Know?
It can produce two or three generations per year in warm Mediterranean climates but only one in the north.