Spread-winged Skippers: Hoary Edge
Achalarus lyciades

Hoary Edge Sightings
Size: Wingspan ranges from 1.75" - 1.94"
Habitat: Open woods, brushy areas
Occurrence Level: Uncommon
Flight Period: Mid-June to early July
Larval Host Plant: Tick trefoils, wild indigo, bush clover

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Hoary Edge
Allegany County, MD. June 14, 2014

The Hoary Edge has a large white patch on the underside wing margin. It looks like a splotch of white paint.


Hoary Edge
Allegany County, MD. June 2, 2013

Ready to start the day!


Hoary Edge
Allegany County, MD. June 2, 2013

Notice that the outer golden band on the forewing practically encloses the brown area forming a mini triangle. This does not occur on the Silver-spotted Skipper.


Hoary Edge
Allegany County, MD. June 2, 2013