The Elfin Skipper is a small moth-like butterfly that is more noramlly found in or close to wooded areas. They are common and nocturnal in habit

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The Elfin Skipper is a small moth-like butterfly that is more noramlly found in or close to wooded areas. They are common and nocturnal in habit and hide in the shade during the day.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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