Eastern Gemmed-Satyr
Common NameEastern Gemmed-Satyr
Scientific NameCyllopsis gemma
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilySatyrinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbrown, black, white
HabitatOpen woodlands, pine forests, forest edges, clearings, and grassy areas.
Geographic RangeSoutheastern United States, from Maryland south to Florida, and west to eastern Texas and Oklahoma.
Host PlantsDichanthelium spp. (panic grasses), various other grasses
Flight PeriodMarch to October (multiple broods, varies by region)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host grasses. Larvae feed on grasses and typically overwinter before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, overall dull brown coloration, and the prominent row of iridescent, gem-like eyespots on the underside of the hindwing, which are often ringed with white or silver.
Description
A small, dull brown butterfly with a distinctive row of small, metallic, gem-like eyespots on the underside of the hindwing, often outlined in white or silver.
