Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Python Skipper
Atrytonopsis python

Observation date: May 26, 2020
Submitted by: Aner
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: There were thistles blooming along the trail, although this individuals was found trying to hide on a large boulder.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: June 02, 2020
Coordinator notes: This will soon get a new name: Atrytonopsis margarita: Margarita Skipper. but we're calling it Python for now. Thanks for submitting!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Sandoval County