Punched Metalmark vs Common Sootywing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Punched Metalmark | Common Sootywing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adelotypa annulifera | Pholisora catullus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 25-32 mm wingspan | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America | United States and southern Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Punched Metalmark
Brown metalmark with distinctive pale-ringed dark spots giving a punched-hole appearance. Active in the forest understory.
Did You Know?
The ring-shaped markings on its wings inspired both its common and scientific names.
Common Sootywing
A very small sooty-black skipper with scattered tiny white spots on the forewings. It is a common but easily overlooked butterfly of disturbed habitats and gardens.
Did You Know?
It thrives in weedy urban areas that most butterflies avoid, making it a true butterfly of the city.