Common Sootywing (Pholisora catullus)

Common Sootywing ( Pholisora catullus )

Male - Brantford, ON 2013/07/25

Common Sootywing ( Pholisora catullus )

Female - Leamington, ON 2012/08/23

Common Sootywing ( Pholisora catullus )

Female - Port Burwell, ON 2017/07/26

Common Sootywing ( Pholisora catullus )

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 )