The Silver-spotted Skipper is one of the most recognizable and widespread skippers in North America, identified by the large, irregular silver patch on the underside of its hindwing. Adults are fast, darting fliers and are aggressive in defending nectar sources from other insects. The caterpillar lives in a folded-leaf shelter and has an orange-red head.
Best time to see a Silver-spotted Skipper
The best time to see a Silver-spotted Skipper is June–August, when about 75% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 90,086 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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