Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1234063

Long-tailed Skipper
Urbanus proteus

Observation date: September 19, 2019
Submitted by: sbcsmith-rickboeth
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This is the second time we have seen this skipper in the garden. He is very active, flitting from flower to flower. He was in the garden most of the day. The morning was cool with mild temperatures through the day.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: dbruce
Verified date: September 28, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Grundy County

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