Malay Lacewing vs Alpine Grizzled Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malay Lacewing | Alpine Grizzled Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cethosia hypsea | Pyrgus andromedae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 80-100 mm wingspan | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra, Indonesia) | Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malay Lacewing
A vividly colored butterfly with deep orange-red wings outlined in black with white spots along the margins. The undersides are even more intricately patterned with lace-like white and orange designs.
Did You Know?
The intricate lacework pattern on the wing undersides gives this genus its common name and helps break up the butterfly's outline when resting.
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.