DORSAL
VENTRAL
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DORSAL
VENTRAL
| Caterpillar Hostplants | Grasses. In other parts of its range it has used a species of carpet grass in the genus Axonopus. Our own species, Common Carpet Grass (Axonopus fissifolius) might also be utilized. In captivity, females have oviposited on St. Augustine (Stenotaphrum secundatum) and Kentucky Bluegrass (Poa pratensis) and may use these in nature as well. Needs further study. |
| Area
Sighting Locations | Lake Lewisville, Heard Museum. |
| Seasonal Flight Data | April - August |
| General Notes | Never an abundant species in our area. Usually found in association with wooded areas. |
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