Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Silver-spotted Skipper
Epargyreus clarus

Observation date: May 12, 2025
Submitted by: rtsmith
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: We occasionally see this type of skipper flitting among the flowers in our home garden. Today, I had my camera handy and was able to snap this picture. At the time (2:22 PM), the air temperature was 75°F, the dew point was 47°F, the humidity was 37%, there was a 9 mph breeze blowing from the SW, and the air pressure was 28.85 inches under fair skies. Latitude: 40.92 N Longitude: 77.76 W
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwright
Verified date: July 09, 2025
Coordinator notes: Nice photo.
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Centre County