Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1297977

Russet Skipperling
Piruna pirus

Observation date: July 01, 2021
Submitted by: twofried
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Steve, based on size and proximity to other skippers, I'm wondering if this is a Roadside-Skipper, maybe even another Bronze. The spread wing posture argues against a Roadside though.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 08, 2021
Coordinator notes: good job on the ID.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Taos County