Common Wood-Nymph
Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala). June 30, Sussex Co., NJ.
Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala). July 27, Teton Co., WY.
Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala). July 26, Teton Co., ID.
Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala). June 21, Mercer Co., NJ.
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Description
One of our largest satyrs, and like other satyrs, this dark brown species of grasslands and open grassy woods, flies with a characteristic bouncing trajectory. South of the black line on the map, most populations have a yellow patch on the forewing, while north of the black line, most populations lack these yellow patches.
Habitat
A wide variety of grasslands, including prairies, meadows, coastal dunes and open grassy woodlands.
Flight Period
Mostly June-August, but May-September in some areas.
Caterpillar Foodplants
Grasses (Poaceae).
Scientific Information
