Spread-winged Skippers: Sleepy Duskywing Erynnis brizo
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1.25" - 1.75" |
| Habitat: | Open oak or pine-oak woods, barrens |
| Occurrence Level: | Uncommon |
| Flight Period: | Mid-April to early May |
| Larval Host Plant: | Scrub oak, other oaks |
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Allegany County, MD. April 17, 2013
The Sleepy Duskywing is similar to the Dreamy Duskywing in that it has no pure white spots and has a band of arrowhead-shaped marks that run down the postmedian forewing. However, it is generally larger than the Dreamy Duskywing, and the band of arrowhead-shaped marks are more distinct and are usually bordered by black on the inside edge.
Allegany County, MD. April 24, 2014
Allegany County, MD. April 24, 2014
A magnificent dorsal view of a female Sleepy Duskywing!