Monthly Archives: May 2015

Early Hairstreak, Arctic Skipper

I took a trip to Berkshire county Massachusetts to join up with the Mass NABA chapter’s yearly trip to Mt. Greylock in search of Early Hairstreak, one of the most elusive hairstreaks in the east. Mt. Greylock is the state … Continue reading

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Baltimore Checkerspot, Hackberry Emperor

Took my dog Shadow for a walk in his favorite location – Cool Spring in southern Jefferson county. Many Little Wood-Satyrs and Summer Azures. We also found FOYs Baltimore Checkerspot and Hackberry Emperor. Alos saw five grass skipper speices and a Northern … Continue reading

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Skipper Bonanza, Harper’s Ferry

I did some chores around the house which included planting some Lantana. I couldn’t stand being inside any longer and had to go out somewhere. I ended up at South School House Ridge Battlefield in Harper’s Ferry NHP. The fields … Continue reading

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Appalachian Tiger Swallowtail, Hoary Edge, Common Ringet

The last three days have been outstanding for butterflies. Variety is starting to pick up, especially with the grass skippers. Three locations were visited from Friday 5-22 through Sunday 5-24. Bolstered by Rick Borchelt’s fantastic find of Pepper and Salt … Continue reading

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FOY Skippers – Cool Spring

Took my dog Shadow for a walk on a cool’ish 70 degree day. This did not keep the leps down however. I saw FOY Zabulon Skipper (2), Hobomok Skipper (2), and Little Wood-Satyrs (20+) on a cruise through the trails … Continue reading

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