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Small Skipper
Thymelicus sylvestris
A small, plain, bright orange - brown butterfly with a fine dark edge to the wings. It has a furry rather dumpy body and appears moth - like. Rests in characteristic skipper pose with hindwings flat and forewings raised in a V. This species can be seen, often in large numbers, in rough grassland and meadows. It is a widespread resident.
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