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Fiery Skipper

 

Hylephila phyleus

 

The Fiery Skipper is a butterfly of North America, and are approximately 1 inch long. The males are orange or yellow with black spots, while the females are dark brown with orange or yellow spots. The caterpillars are greenish pink with a black head. The caterpillars are often considered pests and can feed on bermudagrass, creeping bentgrass, and St. Augustine grass.

 

Fun Fact
Fiery skippers, along with all other species of skippers and skipperlings, can hold their wings in "triangle" shape. This position is thought to better absorb the sun's rays.