Some of the group were hoping it was andromedae, but my instinct is that it is Olive Skipper, which would likely be well into its flight period by mid June.
Pyrgus ID #2
Pyrgus ID #2
This small pyrgus was picked up at 1700m and is fairly worn.
Some of the group were hoping it was andromedae, but my instinct is that it is Olive Skipper, which would likely be well into its flight period by mid June.
Some of the group were hoping it was andromedae, but my instinct is that it is Olive Skipper, which would likely be well into its flight period by mid June.
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Re: Pyrgus ID #2
I see nothing to suggest andromedae. Serratulae looks OK. I think the dirty bottom of your specimen bottle obscures some of the characteristic neatness of serratulae.
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Re: Pyrgus ID #2
Yes, these cylindrical vials aren't the greatest for obtaining particularly clear shots, Guy. 
Still, they are essential in establishing the identity of the pyrgus genus.
Still, they are essential in establishing the identity of the pyrgus genus.