Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1401090

Carus Skipper
Polites carus

Observation date: April 20, 2025
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Skipper nectaring from water speedwell flowers established along the perennial stream bank of the Rio Grande. The afternoon was warm, windy, and under full sun.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 04, 2025
Coordinator notes: nice to see this one again. thanks for keeping an eye on it!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County