European Skipper (Thymelicus lineola)

European Skipper ( Thymelicus lineola )

 Male - Manion Corners, ON  2012/06/26

European Skipper ( Thymelicus lineola )

Marmora, ON  2013/06/19

European Skipper ( Thymelicus lineola )

Ottawa, ON   2011/06/26

European Skipper ( Thymelicus lineola )

 Female  - Pelham, ON   2013/06/25

Member of Family: Hesperiidae

Since its introduction from Europe in the last century, this small skipper has become one of the most common skippers in Eastern Canada.

In Europe, it is known as the Essex Skipper.

To see where this butterfly has been reported, visit:  The Ontario Butterfly Atlas Online

For further info on this species, visit the Butterflies of Canada