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Gemmed Satyr
Cyllopsis gemma (Hübner, 1808)
Attributes of Cyllopsis gemmaFamily: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae) Subfamily: Satyrs and Wood-Nymphs (Satyrinae) Identification: Wings are brown and lack eyespots. Underside of hindwing has a silvery patch at the outer margin which contains 4 black reflective spots. Life history: Males patrol for receptive females. Eggs are laid on or near the host plant. Caterpillars feed at night and hide at the base of the plant during the day. Fourth-stage caterpillars hibernate. Flight: Several broods all through the year in South Texas; three broods from April-September elsewhere. Wing span: 1 3/8 - 1 11/16 inches (3.5 - 4.3 cm). Caterpillar hosts: Probably Bermuda grass (Cynodon dactylon). Adult food: Not reported. Habitat: Near open, wet woodland; grassy areas near water; near streams and ponds. Range: Southeastern United States south to central peninsular Florida; west to southeast Kansas, central Oklahoma, central Texas, and northeastern Mexico. Conservation: Not usually required. NatureServe Global Status: G5 - Demonstrably secure globally, though it may be quite rare in parts of its range, especially at the periphery. Management needs: None reported. | Documented Records for Cyllopsis gemma
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