Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1353755

White-barred Skipper
Atrytonopsis pittacus

Observation date: April 03, 2023
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Skipper taking nutrients from moist soil and rock at a seep on the headwall of Soledad Canyon. The afternoon was warm and under full sun with wind gusts to 40mph.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 10, 2023
Coordinator notes: these are usually seen on hilltops, and therefore not frequently seen (who walks to hilltops?), and so a great find!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County