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Persius Duskywing

Erynnis persius

The Persius Duskywing is a small butterfly with dark wings and a special love for sunny spots. They flutter around flowers and are often seen in meadows and open woods.

Habitat: Meadows and open woods

Appearance

The Persius Duskywing is a small, robust butterfly with mottled dark gray to brownish-black wings. Its forewings often feature several small, faint, translucent white spots near the tip. Its overall appearance provides excellent camouflage against tree bark and dry leaves.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyHesperiidaeGenusErynnis
Persius Duskywing
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Persius Duskywing

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its caterpillar babies are skilled builders, rolling up leaves to make cozy hideaways to live in.

Sometimes, adult duskywings sip moisture from damp soil or mud puddles to get important minerals!

Unlike 'true' butterflies, skippers like the Persius Duskywing have hooked antennae tips!

When resting, this butterfly often holds its forewings and hindwings at different angles, ready for a quick escape!

Special abilities

Ability

Master of Disguise

Persius Duskywing has dusky, mottled wings that help them blend perfectly with tree bark and dried leaves.

Ability

Speedy Skipper

Persius Duskywing can fly with quick, darting movements because of their strong wing muscles, making them hard to catch.

Ability

Nectar Sipper

Persius Duskywing has a long, straw-like proboscis that helps them drink sweet nectar from deep inside flowers.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
30-40 mm
Size
19-22 mm
Lifespan
7-14 days
Flight Speed
20 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Caterpillars munch on leaves, while adult butterflies enjoy sipping sweet nectar from colorful flowers!

Age differences: Caterpillars feed on the leaves of specific plants, while adults use their long proboscis to drink flower nectar.

Primary Foods

  • Wild Indigo leaves
  • Wild Lupine leaves
  • Milkweed nectar
  • Thistle nectar
  • Clover nectar

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

It's best to watch butterflies from a distance so they feel safe and can keep flying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Persius Duskywing's wingspan?

30-40 mm

How big is Persius Duskywing?

19-22 mm

How long does Persius Duskywing live?

7-14 days

How fast can Persius Duskywing fly?

20 km/h

What does Persius Duskywing eat?

Caterpillars munch on leaves, while adult butterflies enjoy sipping sweet nectar from colorful flowers!

Where is Persius Duskywing usually found?

Meadows and open woods

How does Persius Duskywing hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Persius Duskywing have?

6

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