Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1298131

European Skipper
Thymelicus lineola

Observation date: July 02, 2021
Submitted by: Butterflycindy61
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was @ 97 degrees outside and this butterfly was feeding on various flowers on my deck. It always sat with its wings together and I was never able to get a photo with its wings opened up. It flew rather quickly from plant to plant and was quite orange looking in flight. It is quite small as you can see when compared to the marigold’s bud or blossom.
Status: Nonresident
Verified by: J_Martineau
Verified date: July 11, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Montana, Ravalli County