Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1022789

European Skipper
Thymelicus lineola

Observation date: July 09, 2014
Submitted by: dpgbfly1
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Stray
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: January 28, 2015
Coordinator notes: The P. Themistocles and P. origenes are very similar and easily confused. Look for the P. origenes to be larger, less brilliant orange and more pointed wings.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, Aitkin County