Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1344065

Barnes' Metalmark
Detritivora barnesi

Observation date: August 23, 2022
Submitted by: Paul Prappas
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Similar to Iris Metalmark, but marginal band along FW is straight, not jagged as with Iris. Dark bands on dorsal wings are also straighter and further away from the marginal band. Spotting within marginal band is also less jagged than on Iris.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Paul Prappas
Verified date: September 14, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Panama, Coclé Province

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