LEAST SKIPPER
Ancyloxypha numitor
Common and widespread throughout both Alabama and Mississippi; prefers wet grassy habitat. A tiny skipper with solid orange lower surface and orange and black upper surface. Note "tusks" on forehead.
Adult - ventral
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Adult - ventral/dorsal
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Adult Mating Pair
Adult - dorsal
Caterpillar
Egg
Adult - ventral