Skipper identification

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kevtubb
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Skipper identification

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I took these photos at Moor Green Lakes (Berkshire) last weekend. Is it a Large Skipper?
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Yes - the mottling you can see would indicate Large Skipper.

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Re: Skipper identification

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For the time that lies immediately ahead of me this will prove to be an invaluable thread. :lol:
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