Grass Skippers: Ocola Skipper Panoquina ocola
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1.38" - 1.69" |
| Habitat: | Wet meadows, salt marshes, fields |
| Occurrence Level: | Uncommon wanderer |
| Flight Period: | July to October |
| Larval Host Plant: | Grasses |
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Howard County, MD. September 9, 2013
This Ocola Skipper was too busy nectaring and didn't seem to mind the camera in its face. Note the very long forewings. The ventral side of the hindwing generally does not have any markings.
Howard County, MD. August 6, 2012
The Ocola Skippers can't seem to resist Sweet Pea.
Howard County, MD. October 23, 2012
St. Mary's County, MD. September 27, 2013
This Ocola Skipper was a very rich brown color. Also check out the neat markings on the abdomen.
Anne Arundel County, MD. September 28, 2013
Anne Arundel County, MD. September 28, 2013
Dorsal view. The two larger cream colored spots look like crescent moons.