MEXICAN CLOUDYWING
Thorybes mexicanus
Spread-wing Skippers
© Venice Kelly
Mexican Cloudywing
Mexican Cloudywing
Appearance: Above, brown with a few white spots varying in size, sometimes with a darker outline, Below, brown with the outer portion of wings lighter and often pink in cast. The forewing spots are apparent.
Size: Small; 1-1 1/2 inches.
Habitat: Montane; most open areas, often near moist areas and streams.
Season: Spring through mid-summer.
Larval Foodplant: Clovers and vetches
Did You Know...
Adults will nectar and males are hilltoppers.