Butterflies, Moths, Dragonflies & Damselflies of Dayton, Ohio

Silver-spotted Skipper. This is our largest skipper butterfly, and a very common species in our area.

Silver-spotted Skippers are abundant and widespread from May through September. Early and late individuals can also be seen in April and October, weather permitting. 

Silver-spotted Skipper, photographed October 19, 2016, at Cox Arboretum. This is a very late date for the species.

Below: Silver-spotted Skipper on teasal flower.