Gardens with Wings

What Butterflies Can I Attract to My Garden?

Zabulon Skipper Butterfly (Poanes zabulon)

Male Butterfly- Orange Wings with Brown Markings
Copyright: Fred Miller

The furry body and large eyes of the Zabulon Skipper help distinguish this energetic garden visitor. Unlike many other types of butterflies, the male and female versions are quite different. Males have a yellow-orange coloring with brown accents outlining the borders of the wings. Brightly colored males work hard to attract a female.

On the other hand, females have dark, brown bodies with white spots and markings. The deep, rich colors of the females convey trust, confidence, and strength. These butterflies are blessed with consistent natural beauty. Any butterfly enthusiast will take pleasure in watching a Zabulon Skipper visit again and again.

Male Butterfly Feeding on Coneflower
Copyright: Fred Miller
Brown Female Butterfly
Copyright: Fred Miller
Female Butterfly with Brown Wings
Copyright: Fred Miller

Zabulon Skipper Host and Nectar Plants

Host Plants for the Zabulon Skipper: (What is this?)
Kentucky Bluegrass, Purple Top Grass
Nectar Plants for the Zabulon Skipper: (What is this?)
Blackberry, Butterfly Bush, Common Milkweed, Joe-Pye weed, and more
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Zabulon Skipper Facts And Information

Butterfly Family: Skippers (Hesperiidae)
Butterfly Subfamily: Grass Skipper (Hesperiinae)
Butterfly Wingspan: 1 1/4 in. to 1 1/2 in.
Butterfly Habitat: Streams, forest

Zabulon Skipper Flight Range Map

Note: Map represents approximate butterfly flight range.