Polygonia interrogationis
Scientific NamePolygonia interrogationis
FamilyNymphalidae
Wingspan (mm)50-76
HabitatWoodlands, forest edges, parks, gardens, and urban areas, often found near host plants and sap flows.
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southern Canada through the eastern United States to Florida and west to the Rocky Mountains.
Flight Periodspring
Conservation StatusLeast Concern
Description
The Question Mark butterfly (Polygonia interrogationis) is a medium-sized brush-footed butterfly known for its distinctive angular wings and cryptic underside coloration. The underside, as depicted in this image, is mottled brown and grey, providing excellent camouflage against tree bark or dead leaves. A key identifying feature is the small, silver-white mark on the hindwing underside, which resembles a question mark or a semicolon.
