Wood Nymphs (Satyridae)
Butterflies with two large “eye spots” in brown wings Large wing veins are swollen at base
Nymphs are found from sea level to the mountain peaks. Look for them in the Pitch Pine woods behind the beach.
Skippers (Hesperiidae)
Very hairy Butterflies, even wings Erratic, skipping flight
The Skippers look much like Moths. Their crazy, zigzag flight helps identify them.
Sphinx Moths (Sphingidae)
Sphinx Moths frequently have a five-inch wingspread and are called “Hawk” or “Hummingbird” Moths.