Spread-winged Skippers: Northern Cloudywing Thorybes pylades
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1.25" - 1.88" |
| Habitat: | Dry fields, open scrubby woods, meadows |
| Occurrence Level: | Common |
| Flight Period: | Mid-June to early July |
| Larval Host Plant: | Tick trefoils, bush clover, legumes |
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Allegany County, MD. June 2, 2013
The Northern Cloudywing has smaller white spots on the upperside forewing than the Southern Cloudywing.
Howard County, MD. June 8, 2013
A worn Northern Cloudwing.
Allegany County, MD. May 25, 2013
Underside view.
Allegany County, MD. June 2, 2013
Male and female Northern Cloudywings.