October 23, 2023

I am known as Long-tailed Skipper,

I'm distinct because of my long tail

You'll also recognize my blue-green body

When my wings are open and it is unveiled.

Location: Joe Michael Memorial Trail, Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge

Sources: https://www.inaturalist.org/guide_taxa/364005

Photo and text © 2023 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

December 6, 2019

Location: Windy Point Boat Ramp Park, Lake Placid

I am a Long-tailed Skipper
They called me Bean Leafroller when I was young
As larva, I ate bean and soybeans leaves
If you saw rolled or chewed leaves, you know I was having some fun.

Sources: UF | IFAS Featured Creatures - Bean Leafroller

Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson