The Hoary Edge is a medium-sized spread-wing skipper with a large, creamy-white outer hindwing patch that gives it a frosted appearance — the 'hoary edge.' It is related to the Silver-spotted Skipper and shares a similar habitat preference for forest edges and open woods. It holds its wings flat when nectaring rather than raising the forewings like many skippers.
Best time to see a Hoary Edge
The best time to see a Hoary Edge is May–July, when about 68% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,297 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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