A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butterfly
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A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butterfly
Something I've been promising for at least 6 months has now been published! I needed to do something to keep me occupied while on holiday (when I "go quiet" on UKB there is normally a good reason!), and this is the result:
http://www.dispar.org/reference.php?id=119
I hope you enjoy the read, especially those of you looking to search out Chequered Skipper at some point (I deliberately included site descriptions as part of the article).
All comments welcome, as ever.
Cheers,
- Pete
http://www.dispar.org/reference.php?id=119
I hope you enjoy the read, especially those of you looking to search out Chequered Skipper at some point (I deliberately included site descriptions as part of the article).
All comments welcome, as ever.
Cheers,
- Pete
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Brilliant. I haven't had time to read every word yet, but will do.
I'm fast giving in to the urge to make a return visit.
BWs, Neil
P.S. I was becoming slightly concerned that that image was not going to appear!
I'm fast giving in to the urge to make a return visit.
BWs, Neil
P.S. I was becoming slightly concerned that that image was not going to appear!
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You're a hero, Pete. To do all this work entirely in the wild, especially given that you live in the South of the UK, is a fantastic example of respect and dedication.
I presume the contracting of the silk as it dries explains how white admiral larvae stitch themselves up too - I have wondered about this. They must cut the leaves a bit, wait for them to start curling, then lay the silk, which will close up the hibernacula.
Next, you will have to come out to CH again and compare your findings with our populations.
Guy
I presume the contracting of the silk as it dries explains how white admiral larvae stitch themselves up too - I have wondered about this. They must cut the leaves a bit, wait for them to start curling, then lay the silk, which will close up the hibernacula.
Next, you will have to come out to CH again and compare your findings with our populations.
Guy
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Thanks Neil. Yes, I thought I'd leave you in suspenseNeil Hulme wrote:P.S. I was becoming slightly concerned that that image was not going to appear!
Cheers,
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Thanks Guy!
Cheers,
- Pete
That's not what my wife called itPadfield wrote:... is a fantastic example of respect and dedication.
I believe so, and have another article in the works describing the 4 types of hibernacula where I mention this.Padfield wrote:I presume the contracting of the silk as it dries explains how white admiral larvae stitch themselves up too.
Indeed - it's been a while! Martin Warren has studied the continental populations, although I've not read the results. But I believe that they're sufficiently different in terms of both genetics and behaviour to use them as the donor population into a Northants site.Padfield wrote:Next, you will have to come out to CH again and compare your findings with our populations.
Cheers,
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
That's even more stunning than it is comprehensive, Pete. I shudder to think of the number of hours you've invested over the years. A real labour of love and a true education for those interested not just in Chequered Skippers, but in butterflies generally.
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I don't post much on here nowadays, but that is a truly amazing piece of work Pete - Just superb - Well done!
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
A superb piece of work, Pete .
The larval images were outstanding, but I also liked the site descriptions and evocative photos.
A new benchmark has been set for making observations in the wild of which you should be rightly proud
Vince
The larval images were outstanding, but I also liked the site descriptions and evocative photos.
A new benchmark has been set for making observations in the wild of which you should be rightly proud
Vince
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
An excellent in-depth study, Pete.
Great reading - you've set the bar high.
Chris
Great reading - you've set the bar high.
Chris
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
A really excellent article Pete
Thanks for the mention, I feel really glad and privileged to have been of help in a very small way and really enjoyed discussing first hand with you some of the points raised in the article.
Cheers,
Neil.
Thanks for the mention, I feel really glad and privileged to have been of help in a very small way and really enjoyed discussing first hand with you some of the points raised in the article.
Cheers,
Neil.
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Superb. You are an inspiration to us all
Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
A most impressive article, Pete. And to include over 100 superb images as well. Well done
ATB
Peter
ATB
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Thanks David, Trev, Vince, Chris, Neil, Paul, Peter - I'm very flattered! I certainly appreciate the positive response since it makes it all the more worthwhile when fellow enthusiasts get something from the article
Cheers,
- Pete
Cheers,
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Do I hear whispers of Eeles and Frowhawk in the same sentance...! An extremely interesting article
Some addictions are good for the soul!
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Thanks Paul!
Cheers,
- Pete
Cheers,
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Re: A Study of the Life Cycle of the Chequered Skipper Butte
Fantastic article Pete. Seriously amazing work
Paul
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Thanks Paul!
Cheers,
- Pete
Cheers,
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