Skipper

Natural Habitat

Widely distributed, found in grasslands, gardens, wooded areas, and along forest edges.

Diet & Feeding

Adults feed on nectar from various flowers; larvae are herbivorous, feeding on leaves of host plants, often grasses or other monocots.

Behavior Patterns

Known for their rapid, darting flight pattern. They often hold their wings in a distinctive 'cocked' position, with forewings at a different angle to hindwings. Most species are diurnal. Larvae typically construct shelters by rolling or tying leaves together.

Risks & Benefits

Generally beneficial as pollinators for various plants. Larvae can occasionally be considered pests on agricultural crops or ornamental grasses in large numbers, but this is rare.

Identified on: 9/28/2025