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Fiery Skipper

Hylephila phyleus

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Field Notes

Notes:

I tried to search for what this little guy was. I couldn't find one that I was sure was him. The quality of the picture is not good. I only got that one shot before he flew off. Lots of butterflies and bees were in the field. I just couldn't manage to sneak up on most!!

Species ID Suggestions

Fiery Skipper (possibly)

HYlephila phyleus

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Comments (2)
Ashish
Courtney... Can you tell me the plant name on which butterfly is seated..?
Ashish
Yes its Skipper butterfly...!!

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PublishedApril 10, 2011

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