Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1326880

Rhesus Skipper
Polites rhesus

Observation date: June 02, 2022
Submitted by: topper72
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Mostly sunny, temp. mid 70s F., windy, very dry. A couple seen flying around and nectaring on small yellow flowers. Very little food sources observed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: June 09, 2022
Coordinator notes: an excellent find, Topper!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Colfax County