Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1308863

Cassus Roadside-Skipper
Amblyscirtes cassus

Observation date: May 13, 2020
Submitted by: Rob Wu
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Perched in canyon bottom at approx. 6600 ft elevation in pinyon/juniper woodland; dorsal wing surfaces seemed pretty orange and ventral pattern showed noticeable frosting and contrast.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: September 09, 2021
Coordinator notes: thanks, Rob!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Socorro County