Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1316960

Apache Skipper
Hesperia woodgatei

Observation date: September 19, 2021
Submitted by: eric_hough
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Windy conditions, butterfly was at flowers along creek. Lots of flowers still present from the wet monsoon season.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: November 24, 2021
Coordinator notes: the Hesperia are a tough group. Western branded is possible at that time and location, but the ventral hindwing is dark green and the white spots are small and separated = Apache Skipper.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Catron County