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Hylephila phyleus
Bright orange butterfly with black spots (male). Females are brown with orange and yellow spots. The caterpillars are greenish-pink with a black head. From wikipedia: Fiery skippers, along with all other species of skippers and skipperlings, can hold their wings in a "triangle" shape. The forewings are held upright, and the hindwings are folded flat. This position is thought to better absorb the sun's rays.
Lantana plants in the garden
Spotted on Jul 9, 2017
Submitted on Jul 9, 2017
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