Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 724065

European Skipper
Thymelicus lineola

Observation date: July 07, 2012
Submitted by: plex1ppus
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I led a butterfly walk to a large meadow overlooking Lake Coeur D Alene, and our group found dozens of these little orange skippers. I told them I thought it was O garita but now am having doubts. Could it be T lineola?
Status: Resident
Verified by: kent
Verified date: July 08, 2012
Coordinator notes: Thymelicus has an orange fringe on the wings. Your photo shows this nicely.
Checklist region(s): United States, Idaho, Kootenai County