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Species

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Family:

Subfamily:

Size

Small

Where Found

Habitat

• Woodlands, hammocks, forest margins, and adjacent open areas
• Open habitats, disturbed sites, coastal areas
• Wetlands, swamps, moist woodlands
• Gardens, parks, neighborhoods

This species has been reported in these Florida counties:

Throughout Florida

Flight Period

• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November

Description

A widespread skipper of various open habitats from old fields and wetland margins to parks and gardens. The bright orange adults regularly perch on low vegetation and visit a variety of small flowers for nectar. | Photos by Jaret Daniels