description Gemmed Satyr Overview
The Gemmed Satyr is a butterfly in the family Nymphalidae and the subfamily Satyrinae, with the scientific name Cyllopsis gemma. It occurs in the southeastern United States and is associated with woodland edges, shaded paths, and other habitats where grasses grow. The butterfly is generally brown, with pale or silvery spots on the underside of the hindwings. Its larvae feed on grasses.
help Gemmed Satyr FAQ
Where can I find the Gemmed Satyr butterfly?
It occurs in the southeastern United States and is associated with shaded woodland edges, paths, stream corridors, and grassy habitats. Its scientific name is Cyllopsis gemma.
What do Gemmed Satyr caterpillars eat?
The larvae feed on grasses, with slender woodoats, Chasmanthium laxum, recorded as a host plant. Adults are usually found near the shaded, grassy places where those grasses grow.
How can I distinguish a Gemmed Satyr from another brown woodland butterfly?
Look for the satyr pattern of eyespots and the brown, woodland-adapted appearance rather than a bright yellow or blue wing. Identification is strongest when the wing markings match Cyllopsis gemma and its southeastern woodland setting.
Is the Gemmed Satyr a Nymphalidae butterfly?
Yes, Cyllopsis gemma belongs to the family Nymphalidae and subfamily Satyrinae. That places it with the satyr butterflies, which are often associated with grasses and woodland margins.
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