Gray Copper
(Tharsalea dione)
Coppers
Appearance: A large copper. Above, dark gray with a pale orange and black band on outer edge of hindwing, and the trace of a tail. Males have two black cell dots on the forewing. Below, light gray with many black spots and an orange marginal band.
Wingspan: Small; 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 inches.
Habitat: Meadows, fields, pastures, open areas along roads and ditches where dock is found; plains, foothills.
Flight Times: Late May through July; one brood.
Larval Foodplant: Docks.
Did You Know…
Look for this creature where you find sheep sorrel or curly dock.
