The Small Skipper really is tiny and it’s typical “Skipper” wing formation leads some to believe it is a moth. Orange/brown in colour the female lacks the black “scent streak” on the upper wings.
Found in many grassland and woodland glades, the Small Skipper feeds on grasses.
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Small Skipper butterfly image by munki-boy
Brett Gregory is an award-winning filmmaker based in Bolton whose production company, Serious Feather, is currently making a documentary about autism and poetry.
As a part of this production, Landscape Britain was asked to advise with regards to the location of specific areas of outstanding natural beauty throughout the region.
Visit www.seriousfeather.com for further information.
