American Snout
Dark Form - July 2025
The American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) is the only Snout Species in New Jersey and is easily identifiable by the extended palps. The hindwing color is variable on the ventral side with some individuals having very bold dark markings, others with an intermediated speckled look, and still others with plain solid wings. The inner ventral side forewing shows bold orange, white striping and a dark brown base.
Plain Form - July 2025
These butterflies are quite small, but females are noticeably larger when you see both sexes together. They will often puddle, so look for them around damp patches of sand. However, sometimes they will perch on leaves or even fly way up near the tops of the trees. It’s always a joy to find one but I personally don’t see them every year.
