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Common Sootywing

Pholisora catullus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Hesperiidae ›Genus: Pholisora

About

Pholisora catullus, the common sootywing or roadside rambler, is a butterfly of the family Hesperiidae. It is found from the central parts of the United States, south to central Mexico. Strays may colonize up to southern British Columbia, northern Michigan, southern Quebec and southern Maine. It is not found on peninsular Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Sootywing?
The scientific name of Common Sootywing is Pholisora catullus.
What kingdom does Common Sootywing belong to?
Common Sootywing belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Sootywing belong to?
Common Sootywing belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Common Sootywing belong to?
Common Sootywing belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Common Sootywing belong to?
Common Sootywing belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Common Sootywing belong to?
Common Sootywing belongs to the family Hesperiidae.
What genus does Common Sootywing belong to?
Common Sootywing belongs to the genus Pholisora.