Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1342081

Fiery Skipper
Hylephila phyleus

Observation date: August 31, 2022
Submitted by: EddieGarrity
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was nectaring on a species of Rudbeckia. Its left forewing was very ragged.
Status: Resident
Verified by: drerbium
Verified date: September 28, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Alexandria

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