Spiny Oak Slug Moth vs Tawny-edged Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spiny Oak Slug Moth | Tawny-edged Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euclea delphinii | Polites themistocles |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Limacodidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm wingspan | 20-27 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Eastern and Central North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spiny Oak Slug Moth
A small colorful moth with green, brown, and silver-spotted forewings. Its flattened, jewel-like caterpillar is green with red and yellow markings and bears stinging spines.
Did You Know?
The ornate caterpillar has been called one of the most beautiful in North America despite its painful sting.
Tawny-edged Skipper
A small brown skipper with a warm orange-tawny leading edge on the forewing. It is one of the most common grass skippers in eastern North America but is easily overlooked.
Did You Know?
It is named after the ancient Athenian general Themistocles, following a tradition of naming skippers after classical figures.