Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1127190

Tawny-edged Skipper
Polites themistocles

Observation date: July 16, 2017
Submitted by: Deinonychus
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: February 28, 2022
Coordinator notes: Light "tawny" coloration to the costal edge on the forewing, as well as lack of ventral hindwing markings favor P. themistocles
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Otsego County

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