The Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris ) by iaacf
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Description
It has a rusty orange colour to the wings, upper body and the tips of the antennae. The body is silvery white below and it has a wingspan of 25 -30 mm. This butterfly is very similar in appearance to the Essex Skipper Thymelicus lineola. In the Small Skipper, the undersides of the tips of the anntenae are yellow orange, whereas they are black in the Essex Skipper. The black area on the lower edge of the upper wings also differs. Like the other orange 'grass skippers' the male has a distinctive black stripe made up of scent scales. This butterfly's range includes southern Britain, much of Europe, north Africa and the Middle East, typically occurring where grass has grown tall.
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Comments (5)
MrsLubner
hairy little thing, huh? Great shot. Lots to observe and its all clear as a bell. Excellent shot.
Valerie-Ducom
Wowww, so fantastic picture on this insect and what clarity !!! Excellent !!! Good day :)
auntietk
Excellent macro!
helanker
Such a gorgeous macro indeed. Beautiful combination and colors too.
RobyHermida
very nice shot