Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 929341

Crossline Skipper
Polites origenes

Observation date: August 13, 2013
Submitted by: HHowell
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Hot, humid day. Many skippers in front yard flower garden.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: October 17, 2013
Coordinator notes: The shape of the wings, coloration, and prominent row of spots are more indicative of P. origenes than P. themistocles. JVC
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Grainger County