Common Sootywing
Pholisora catullus

General: Small and black with a row of tiny white spots on the forewing, the Common Sootywing is similar to the Golden-headed Scallopwing but lacks the orange scales on the head.
Flight: spring to fall
Foodplant: careless weed, Amaranthus sp.
Status: resident

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