Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1167833

Woodland Skipper
Ochlodes sylvanoides

Observation date: July 06, 2018
Submitted by: RichHubie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Scattered clouds created an off and on sunny day. Little wind. This is the earliest Woodland Skipper (by ten days) I've found in Mendocino County. First noticed it due to an American Lady flying in the area. Underwing pattern is very lite. Most of these skippers In the area are darker and with a more distinct pattern.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 07, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Mendocino County, United States, California