Horace's Duskywing Butterfly (Erynnis horatius)
Male Horace's Duskywing
Copyright: Fred Miller
This Duskywing butterfly is chocolate colored with some contrasting light and dark browns and a few light colored markings. They are usually found basking in the sun in open areas. Their host plants are many species of Oak trees. They are fast fliers and will typically visit flowers that reach up to 4.5 feet tall. Males will often look for females as they sit on branches close to the ground. These butterflies are lovely to observe in your gardens.
Male Sachem with Brown Wings and White Spots
Copyright: Fred Miller
Horace's Duskywing Host and Nectar Plants
Host Plants for the Horace's Duskywing: (What is this?)
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Horace's Duskywing Facts And Information
Butterfly Family: Skippers (Hesperiidae)
Butterfly Subfamily: Spread-wing Skipper (Pyrginae)
Butterfly Wingspan: 1 1/4 in. to 1 1/2 in.
Butterfly Habitat: Fields, meadows, roadsides
Similar To: Wild Indigo Duskywing
Horace's Duskywing Flight Range Map
Note: Map represents approximate butterfly flight range.
