Little Wood Satyr Butterfly (Megisto cymela)
Little Wood Satyr
Copyright: Fred Miller
These butterflies are a lovely chestnut brown with darker lines across their wings. They have characteristic dark eyespots surrounded by bright yellow. Little Wood Satyrs are common in forest settings, especially near prairies and meadows.
The males are often seen in shady areas as they search for females. They have a slower flight than skippers, and although they fly close to the ground, they will occasionally reach the tops of trees. These beautiful butterflies mainly feed on sap from trees and are an excellent addition to your wooded areas.
Closed Wing
Copyright: Fred Miller
Tan Butterfly with Dark Circles
Copyright: Diane P. Brooks
Little Wood Satyr Host and Nectar Plants
Host Plants for the Little Wood Satyr: (What is this?)
Nectar Plants for the Little Wood Satyr: (What is this?)
Tree Sap, and more
Little Wood Satyr Facts And Information
Butterfly Family: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)
Butterfly Subfamily: Satyrs and Wood-Nymph (Satyrinae)
Butterfly Wingspan: 1 1/2 in. to 1 3/4 in.
Butterfly Habitat: Wooded areas, forest edges
Similar To: Carolina Satyr
Little Wood Satyr Flight Range Map
Note: Map represents approximate butterfly flight range.
