Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 910017

European Skipper
Thymelicus lineola

Observation date: July 12, 2013
Submitted by: TashaWiebe
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I only saw a few of these over the past few days, and today there are hundreds of them, landing on leaves, grass and plants. I live in Onoway, Alberta, Canada. I think this may be a moth, but would be interested to know more about them (ie: will them damage plants and/or lay eggs on my veggies). Thank you kindly.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: July 27, 2013
Coordinator notes: An introduced species from Europe. They use grasses as larvae. No worries, they won't use consume your veggies.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Alberta