Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper vs Viceroy Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper | Viceroy Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrgus armoricanus | Limenitis archippus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 53-81 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Southern and central Europe, North Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Viceroy Butterfly
Orange and black wings resembling the Monarch but with a black postmedian line across the hindwings. Once thought to be a harmless mimic, it is actually unpalatable too.
Did You Know?
It is a Mullerian co-mimic with the Monarch, as both species are distasteful to predators.