Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1226769

Draco Skipper
Polites draco

Observation date: August 12, 2019
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several individuals (both male and female) observed perched/basking on the rocky gravel road leading to the summit of Tesuque Peak. One (third photo) appears to have it's tongue at least partially unfurled.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 22, 2019
Coordinator notes: top photo shows male flirting with female.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County