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Skipper or Skipper Butterfly

Thymelicus sylvestris

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Field Notes

Description:

A skipper or skipper butterfly is a butterfly of the family Hesperiidae. They are named after their quick, darting flight habits. There are more than 3500 recognized species of skippers and they occur worldwide, but with the greatest diversity in the Neotropical regions of Central and South America.

Habitat:

The Zabulon Skipper can be found in a wide range of habitats such as woodland edges, woodland openings, and near roads, especially if there are streams nearby. It can adapt to other habitats including suburban areas, parks, and gardens.

Notes:

View it on Flickr for better quality:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/57454758@N05/5771414306/in/photostream

Technical Info:
- f8,1/100,ISO250 - Nikon D90 + 50mm Prime + 25mm ET, DIY Diffuser
- Handheld

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PublishedSeptember 13, 2011

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