Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1325280

Pahaska Skipper
Hesperia pahaska

Observation date: May 26, 2022
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Flying, alighting on the ground, debris and rocks, and basking. Several individuals were also noted on the summit of Vista Grande Peak at 7,450 ft. elev.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 26, 2022
Coordinator notes: pahaska and green are close to indistinguishable, but on a hilltop it can only be pahaska. nice photos and notes!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County