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Common Sandman

Spialia diomus ferax

Photo by pamsai
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2.26, 31.54

Field Notes

Habitat:

On small wild flowers in an open grassy area in the grounds of the lodge

Notes:

There are many Sandman skippers and to my eye most of them look alike. I am happy to be corrected.

Reference Links:

Swaziland National Trust Commission - Swaziland's Butterflies

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pamsai
And a special thank you to you, Gilma... Pura Vida! I miss costa Rica...

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PublishedAugust 1, 2014

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