Skipper ID - Just for a change
Skipper ID - Just for a change
During a week in Dorset/Hampshire I was primarily after Essex Skipper. I only saw 10 "small" Skippers in total and follows the only slight possibility - did I manage it? I'm far from sure but be gentle as I will more likely than not cry when the truth is known. Thanks in advance.
Southampton Common. Note the blobs looked much blacker in the field than in the photo
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Lee Hurrell
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Re: Skipper ID - Just for a change
Hi Dave,
I'd happily call that an Essex Skipper if I saw it, due to the black underside of the antenna. Looks like a female. Second opinion always welcome though!
Best,
Lee
I'd happily call that an Essex Skipper if I saw it, due to the black underside of the antenna. Looks like a female. Second opinion always welcome though!
Best,
Lee
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Pete Eeles
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Re: Skipper ID - Just for a change
On balance, I'd go for a worn female Essex Skipper too 
Cheers,
- Pete
Cheers,
- Pete
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Re: Skipper ID - Just for a change
Brilllllllllianttttttt - thanks!