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Sickle-winged Skipper

Achlyodes mithridates

Description:

Forewing is pointed, with a shallow indentation below the apex. Upperside of male is dark brown with a purple sheen and pale brown spots; female is brown with bands of square blue-gray or olive-gray spots. Wing Span: 1 3/8 - 1 3/4 inches (3.5 - 4.5 cm).

Habitat:

Kidneywood in wildlife habitat yard.

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joanbstanley
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joanbstanley

Texas, USA

Spotted on Sep 13, 2015
Submitted on Nov 11, 2015

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