Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1360656

European Skipper
Thymelicus lineola

Observation date: June 21, 2023
Submitted by: Doug Nettleton
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Photographed in tall grass near a wetland pond.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: June 24, 2023
Coordinator notes: Check the dorsal wing comparisons between the two species. The first photo is a little blurred, however your second photo is an excellent example of T. lineola. -jmgesell
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, Otter Tail County