Description
The Leonard’s Skipper (Hesperia leonardus) is a medium-sized butterfly with rich reddish-brown wings marked by white spots and dark borders, typically found in late summer in prairies, open woodlands, and grassy habitats across parts of North America.
Range
In a band across the state from Lacrosse to Fargo
Similar Species
None. Based on time of year and habitat, this species should be easy to ID
Host Plants
Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii), other grasses and forbs.
Flight
August and September