Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1421213

Acacia Skipper
Cogia hippalus

Observation date: April 03, 2026
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Skipper taking nutrients from moist gravel, rocks, detritus, and oak leaves within a small pool maintained by spring flow. The site is within Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. The midday was warm, under full sun, and windy.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 06, 2026
Coordinator notes: terrific. beats our old early date by 2 weeks.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County