Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 909479

Little Wood-Satyr
Megisto cymela

Observation date: July 07, 2013
Submitted by: Colleen62
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Very hot (32C) and humid; cloudy with occasional drizzle. There were at least 3 different satyrs flitting around; this one had several pieces missing from its wings (not visible in this photo). This individual spent a lot of time in one place with its wings spread open.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: July 09, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Ontario