Description

The Broad-winged Skipper (Poanes viator) is a small butterfly with orange wings bordered by dark brown and wide, rounded hindwings, often found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and along water edges across eastern and central North America.

Range

Found in large wetlands around the state.

Similar Species

None.

Host Plants

Tussock Sedge (Carex stricta), Common Reed (Phragmites australis), Other sedges (Carex spp.)

Flight

Late June and July