Western Firefly vs Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Firefly | Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Microphotus angustus | Pyrgus armoricanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 24-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Southern and central Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Western Firefly
A rare western North American firefly with larviform females that glow. Males are winged but produce no light.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few firefly species found west of the Rocky Mountains, where most people believe fireflies do not exist.
Oberthur's Grizzled Skipper
A small greyish-brown skipper with white spots, very similar to related species but with distinct underside markings. It prefers warmer, drier habitats than most other grizzled skippers.
Did You Know?
It can produce two or three generations per year in warm Mediterranean climates but only one in the north.