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The Skippers are a family of butterflies, the Hesperiidae. They are named after their quick, darting flight. They are a bit different from other butterflies, which are classified in the superfamily Papilionoidea. Skippers have their antennae clubs hooked backward like a crochet. The other butterflies have club-like tips to their antennae. Skippers also have generally stockier bodies than the other two groups, with stronger wing muscles.
Urban garden.
Spotted on Aug 4, 2012
Submitted on Aug 5, 2012
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Excellent shot and information Leana - thanks.
very nice series!