Funereal Duskywing (Erynnis funeralis)

Funereal Duskywing ( Erynnis funeralis )

 Point Pelee National Park, ON   2012/08/23

Funereal Duskywing ( Erynnis funeralis )

 Point Pelee National Park, ON   2012/08/23

Member of Family: Hesperiidae

So far, this is the only individual of this species I've seen in Canada.  It is a very rare visitor to Southern Ontario.  It is larger than most of our native Duskywings, and the bright white fringe on the hindwing is characteristic.  In addition, it is larger than most of our native duskywings.

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