Sunbeam Butterfly vs Fiery Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunbeam Butterfly | Fiery Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Curetis thetis | Hylephila phyleus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 34-40 mm wingspan | 25-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia | Southern United States, migrating northward in summer |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sunbeam Butterfly
Dark upper wings contrast with brilliant silvery-white undersides. Fast-flying and sun-loving, often found darting around treetops.
Did You Know?
Its reflective silver underside flashes in sunlight, earning the genus the name Sunbeam.
Fiery Skipper
A small bright orange skipper with short antennae and a fast darting flight. Males have a prominent black stigma on the forewing.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most common skippers found in American suburban lawns and is a minor turf grass pest.