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Western Branded Skipper

Hesperia colorado

Description:

Extremely variable; many geographical forms with differing appearances. Adults (especially males) have relatively pointed forewing tips and more warm orange on the upperside. Band on hindwing underside may be complete, made of small or large spots, faint, or absent.

Habitat:

Range: From Washington and Wyoming south to Baja California Norte, southeastern Arizona, and western Nebraska. Spotted in a meadow with tall grass and blackberry.

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Brian38
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Brian38

Federal Way, Washington, USA

Spotted on Aug 5, 2017
Submitted on Aug 6, 2017

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