Question Mark

Description:

The Question Mark (Polygonia interrogationis) is a North American nymphalid butterfly. They live in wooded areas and city parks, or generally in areas which feature trees and free spaces. The adult butterfly has a wingspan of 4.5–7.6 cm (1.8–3.0 in).[1][2] Its flight period is from May to September. "The silver mark on the underside of the hindwing is broken into two parts, a curved line and a dot, creating a ?-shaped mark that gives the species its common name."[1]

Habitat:

Usually found along dirt roads with nearby woods. They are frequently seen mudding and at road kill sites. They are also attracted to sap but seldom flowers. Flies spring to fall.

Notes:

Spotted on the Iron Hill Trail at RTMSP Sadly, it had been hit by a mountain bike and was unable to fly - we moved it out of the way of traffic