Southern Net-Winged Midge vs Sachem Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Net-Winged Midge | Sachem Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharicera cherokea | Atalopedes campestris |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 25-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Throughout the United States, more common in the south |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southern Net-Winged Midge
A net-winged midge endemic to southern Appalachian mountain streams. Larvae graze diatoms from smooth rock faces in fast cascades.
Did You Know?
Each suction disc on the larva generates enough force to support the entire body against rushing water.
Sachem Skipper
A small tawny-orange skipper with a distinctive large dark patch on the male's forewing. Females are darker with more mottled patterns.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most abundant skippers on American lawns, thriving in mowed Bermuda grass.