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Arctic Skipper
Carterocephalus palaemon
49.7835, -92.8336
Field Notes
Description:
The upperside of this skipper's wings are dark orange/black with many orange spots. Underside of front wing - orange with black spots, hind wing orange with cream coloured spots.
Wingspan: 1 - 1 1/4 inches (2.5 - 3.2 cm)
Habitat:
Often seen in open spaces in heavily forested areas, in marshes, meadows and beside streams. Adults eat nectar from various flowers.
Notes:
I noticed this little skipper while walking through the marsh. He stood out because of all the orange spots on his wings. Very pretty and flashy. I had also spotted one earlier in the year, also in the marsh.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedAugust 27, 2013
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