Malagasy Tiger Moth vs Alpine Grizzled Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Tiger Moth | Alpine Grizzled Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grammodes stolida | Pyrgus andromedae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Tiger Moth
A nocturnal moth with bold geometric patterns of orange, cream, and dark brown on its forewings. The hindwings are bright orange with dark borders.
Did You Know?
Its bold wing pattern serves as a startle display when it opens its forewings to reveal the bright orange hindwings to predators.
Alpine Grizzled Skipper
A small, dark skipper butterfly with white checkered markings. It flies low over alpine turf in quick, darting flights.
Did You Know?
Its rapid, erratic flight makes it one of the most difficult alpine butterflies to observe.