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Long-Tailed Skipper

Urbanus proteus

Photo by flowntheloop
Published on Project Noah
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34.17, -85.87

Field Notes

Description:

Brown spread-winged skipper with turquoise blue body and long tails on hindwings.

Habitat:

Nectaring on a loofah flower on an organic farm surrounded by mixed hardwood and pine forest.

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Comments (2)

@Brian38: It was my first time spotting one! I was disappointed that it flitted away after just a couple of photos (I wanted more close-ups), but I am very thankful that I got to see it!
Really cool! I've never seen one before. Great spotting!

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