Palos Verdes Blue vs Dingy Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Palos Verdes Blue | Dingy Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glaucopsyche lygdamus palosverdesensis | Erynnis tages |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 2-3 cm wingspan | 27-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Palos Verdes Blue
A tiny blue butterfly endemic to the Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County. It was thought extinct in 1983 before being rediscovered in 1994.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the rarest butterflies in the world, with captive breeding programs helping sustain the population.
Dingy Skipper
A small, moth-like butterfly with mottled grey-brown wings that rests with wings spread flat. It is easily overlooked due to its drab colouration.
Did You Know?
On cool days it basks with wings open like a moth rather than holding them upright like most butterflies.