Butterflies

Black Dash Skipper

I didn’t realize that there were so many different species of skippers!  While I am not a skipper identification expert, my Picture Insect App said that the photo above is a Black Dash Skipper.   Considering their small size, they sure do move quickly.  I had a heck of a time taking a photo. Features:  Black […]

Butterflies

Red Admiral Butterflies

Well I think all butterflies are pretty.  The Red Admiral Butterfly does not disappoint!  Here is a fun fact – they are people friendly and may land on you! It hasn’t happen to me – at least not yet! Features:  Red Admirals have black and brown wings with orange-red bands and white spots.  Their wing […]

Pollinators

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly

  The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly is a pretty one!  Here are some interesting facts on this butterfly: The male is yellow with black tiger stripes. There are two different female versions.  One looks similar to the male but has blue spots on its lower wings.  The other is all black with the blue spots […]