Gossamer Wings: Brown Elfin Callophrys augustinus
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from .88" - 1.13" |
| Habitat: | Open woodland glades, bogs |
| Occurrence Level: | Uncommon |
| Flight Period: | Late April |
| Larval Host Plant: | Huckleberry, lowbush blueberry |
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Wicomico County, MD. April 26, 2014
Note that the outer one-third of the ventral hindwing is a pure sorrel-brown color with no frosting. Henry's and Frosted Elfins have frosting in portions of this area.
Wicomico County, MD. April 28, 2013
This Brown Elfin was a bit worn.
Wicomico County, MD. April 26, 2014
Wicomico County, MD. April 28, 2013
Can you find the Brown Elfin hiding in the leaves?
Greene County, VA. May 2, 2015