Long-Tailed Skipper on Fire — Urbanus sp. on Zinnia Bloom

A Long-Tailed Skipper (Urbanus sp.) sips nectar from a vivid zinnia flower, its iridescent sheen catching the light between flutters. These fast, darting butterflies are often found in gardens and tropical habitats, playing an essential role in pollination. Photographed in rich detail against a backdrop of lush green.