Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1413444

Little Wood-Satyr
Megisto cymela

Observation date: July 06, 2023
Submitted by: Jay Jeffrey
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Extremely low flight (ankle-high) over limestone gravel two-track, within opening of oak-hickory-decid woodland near riparian area. Perching upright, and also in laying sideways in hiding posture.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: October 24, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Pottawatomie County