Swarthy Skipper
The Swarthy Skipper (Nastra lherminier) is a very small and mostly nondescript butterfly. These photos are of an individual earlier this spring in full sunlight. The tiny butterfly has some wear on it and is a bit faded. Their upperwings are a darker brown with underwing a light brown or yellow with some lighter edges and white veins. You can see it here feeding on a red clover flower, and it is even smaller! These nectar sources are common for the species as they will stay low in the grass in short or cut areas only adding to their inconspicuousness. As of today the only place we know they...
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Question Mark (Polygonia interrogationis)
That Question Mark (Polygonia interrogationis) from last week really glowed on a hot August afternoon while having some nectar. Too pretty!
Read MoreZabulon Skipper (Poanes zabulon)
No, the first photo was not flipped – that is how the Zabulon Skipper (Poanes zabulon) was enjoying some nectar. My neck hurts just looking at that…and can you imagine drinking upside down? Ouch. I’m glad it decided to flip over and relax afterwards. Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreQuestion Mark & Zabulon Skipper
Earlier this week I was able to get quick but crushing views of this Question Mark (Polygonia interrogationis) that was immediately joined by a Zabulon Skipper (Poanes zabulon) as soon as I raised my camera. I’ll take it! And I will show you a closer look at each later this week… Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
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