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Dun Skipper

Euphyes vestris

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Hesperiidae ›Genus: Euphyes

About

Euphyes vestris, the dun skipper, sedge witch or dun sedge skipper, is a species of butterfly of the family Hesperiidae. It is found in North America from Nova Scotia west across southern Canada to southern Alberta, south to Florida, the Gulf Coast and eastern Texas. There are disjunct populations in the High Plains and Rocky Mountains and along the Pacific Coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dun Skipper?
The scientific name of Dun Skipper is Euphyes vestris.
What kingdom does Dun Skipper belong to?
Dun Skipper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Dun Skipper belong to?
Dun Skipper belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Dun Skipper belong to?
Dun Skipper belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Dun Skipper belong to?
Dun Skipper belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Dun Skipper belong to?
Dun Skipper belongs to the family Hesperiidae.
What genus does Dun Skipper belong to?
Dun Skipper belongs to the genus Euphyes.