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Tawny-edged Skipper

Polites themistocles

Photo by MartaPoludnik
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

A small skipper. This skipper is somewhat variable, and the typical fresh specimen is somewhat buff colored, with a very contrasting orange on the forewing.

Habitat:

Moist grassy areas including prairie swales, pastures, lawns, roadsides, and vacant lots

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