Lerema accius, the clouded skipper, is a butterfly of the family Hesperiidae. It is found in the United States from Georgia west to Texas, south to Florida, and south through Mexico and Central America to Venezuela and Colombia.
 The wingspan is 32–45 mm. Adults are on wing year round in Florida and southern Texas.
 The larvae feed on various grasses including Stenotaphrum secundatum, Erianthus alopecturoides and Echinochloa povietianum. Adults feed on the nectar of various pink, purple, or white flowers, including shepherd's needle, selfheal, vervain, buttonbush and lantana.

Lerema accius, commonly known as the Clouded Skipper, is considered a garden pest because its larvae feed on various grasses, including lawn grasses, which can cause damage to the appearance and health of garden lawns and landscapes. Additionally, their presence in large numbers can be a nuisance to gardeners and homeowners.

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Lerema accius can be considered a crop pest because their larvae feed on various grasses, including those found in agricultural fields, which can lead to reduced crop yields and economic losses for farmers.

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Lerema accius is considered a pest because its larvae feed on grasses, including those found in gardens and crops, leading to damage and reduced yields, which can be detrimental to the appearance and productivity of these areas.

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