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Little Wood-Satyr

Megisto cymela

Photo by gatorfellows
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Field Notes

Description:

Light brown. Forewing has 2 yellow-rimmed black eyespots both above and below. Hindwing has 2 eyespots on upper side; but may have smaller spots below. Wing Span: 1 1/2 - 1 7/8 inches (3.8 - 4.8 cm).

Habitat:

Wooded path beside Lake Lewisville.

Reference Links:

Butterflies and Moths of North America | collecting and sharing data about Lepi…

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PublishedJune 9, 2013

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