Georgia Satyr 
Neonympha areolatus

Georgia Satyr is a rare inhabitant of grassy openings in pine flatwoods (SE Georgia) and longleaf pine forests (SW Georgia) or of powerline cuts through those habitats. It is often found where rainwater forms shallow pools that encourage sedges to grow. The hostplants are poorly documented, but sedges are most often cited, including Yellow Nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus) and Upright Sedge (Carex stricta), which occurs in North Georgia.(Cech and Tudor, 2005). John Abbot reported from Georgia caterpillars on Indiangrass (Sorghastrum nutans), and in Florida, “probably mostly bluestems (Andropogon spp.) (are used)” (Florida Butterfly Caterpillars and their Hosts, Minno, Butler and Hall,2005). There are two broods from March to October. Early Date: April 21 (Colquitt County); Late Date: September (Screven County). Conservation Status: Unknown, but logging of mature pine forests undoubtedly impacts the habitat. Colonies should be protected if possible. Pitcher plant bogs should be preserved.