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Spialia diomus ferax
Sitting on Everlasting flower (Edmondia sesamoides). Most common and widespread skipper in South Africa. Males patrol territories on hill tops, ridges or any small rocky outcrops.
This one was photographed in Mont Rochelle nature reserve which is a mountainous Fynbos area just above the town Franschhoek (French Corner) known for its wine production.
The flower is called "everlasting" since it will hold its shape and form for years without wilting. It has a "paper" feel when touched. The Afrikaans common name is "sewejaartjie" meaning seven years.
Spotted on Dec 22, 2012
Submitted on Oct 17, 2013
2 Comments
Kathleen
More info added.
This is lovely! could you give a bit more info about your spotting? area where you took this photo? Thanks!