Grass Skippers: Leonard's Skipper Hesperia leonardus
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1.25" - 1.75" |
| Habitat: | Barrens, fields with tall grass |
| Occurrence Level: | Uncommon |
| Flight Period: | Late August to September |
| Larval Host Plant: | Bluestem beard grasses, panic grass |
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Allegany County, MD. August 23, 2015
The Leonard's Skipper has only one brood and can be seen from late August through September. They have a brilliant reddish brown color with white, yellow or cream spots.
Allegany County, MD. September 14, 2013
Baltimore County, MD. September 2, 2013
Nectaring on Blazing Star.
Baltimore County, MD. August 31, 2012
Baltimore County, MD. August 31, 2012
Stopping for a cool drink at the local stream.
Baltimore County, MD. September 2, 2013
Upperside view of a male.