Sleepy dusky wing

Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies

Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies

Adult sleepy dusky wing may be attracted using bait traps consisting of fermenting fruits or other sweet substances, as they feed on nectar and are known to be attracted to sugary solutions.

At the egg stage, sleepy dusky wing is commonly found on the underside of host plant leaves. As larvae, sleepy dusky wing can be located within folded leaves or on the stems of the host plants, where they feed and grow. Once sleepy dusky wing reaches pupation, the chrysalises are often camouflaged on plant debris or in the litter at the base of the plants. Adults typically frequent open woodlands and grassy areas where they nectar on flowers and bask in the sun. To search for sleepy dusky wing's various stages, one would examine the host plants in appropriate habitats: leaves for eggs, stems and leaves for larvae, ground litter for pupae, and flowers and sunny spots for adults.

The best time to find adult sleepy dusky wing is typically during sunny days when they are most active, typically in the morning or late afternoon when temperatures are milder. For larvae, any time they are known to feed, often during the day for many species.

Adult sleepy dusky wing prefer warm, sunny weather, which facilitates their flying and feeding activities. Conversely, overly windy, rainy, or cold weather can limit their activity. For the larvae stage, moderate conditions are usually suitable as long as the food sources are abundantly available.