Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1422525

Short-tailed Skipper
Zestusa dorus

Observation date: May 06, 2026
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Looks like a female. Found on wet ground in an open canyon in mixed forest, mostly pine, but also oak and juniper.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 10, 2026
Coordinator notes: terrific!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Grant County