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Byssus Skipper

Problema byssus

Photo by NeilDazet
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Field Notes

Description:

Small, 1 1/2 inch wingspan,

Habitat:

Brushy, open meadow.

Reference Links:

Butterflies and Moths of North America | collecting and sharing data about Lepi…

Species ID Suggestions

Zabulon Skipper

Poanes zabulon

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Comments (6)
NeilDazet
I have reclassified this spotting as a Byssus Skipper based on information in the excellent Kaufman's Field Guide to Butterflies of North America - Amazon Link: http://ow.ly/benf9. This books says that the Zabulon Skipper's hindwing patch is not highlight by veins. In my photos, the veins appear to be prominent.
NeilDazet
Thanks Maria and freelancing (and thanks for the ID help).
freelancing
Beautiful shots of this charming skipper.

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PublishedMay 25, 2012

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