Common Sootywing (Pholisora catullus)
Common Sootywing (Pholisora catullus)
Male - Brantford, ON 2013/07/25
Female - Leamington, ON 2012/08/23
Female - Port Burwell, ON 2017/07/26
Female - Port Burwell, ON 2017/07/26
Member of Family: Hesperiidae
French common name: Hespérie fuligineuse
This is a tricky one to photograph. Somewhat rare, it has a bit of a tendency to hide among the shadows cast by foliage. Though it is nominally a dark brown-black, it can appear a bit reddish under strong light.
To see where this butterfly has been reported, visit: The Ontario Butterfly Atlas Online
For further info on this species, visit the Butterflies of Canada ( en français )