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Whirlabout Skipper

Polites vibex

Photo by Rosa Maria
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Field Notes

Description:

Order: Lepidoptera Family: Hesperiidae

Habitat:

In an open field surrounded by an overgrown pine forest. The forest needs a burn. Low vegetation. Sparse plants and trees.

Notes:

Picture was taken at the Econlockhatchee Sandhills Conservation Area.

Species ID Suggestions

Whirlabout Skipper

Polites vibex

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Musicwolf
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Comments (2)
Musicwolf
My best guess is a female Whirlabout Skipper. :)

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PublishedMarch 14, 2014

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