Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Common Streaky-Skipper
Celotes nessus

Observation date: May 07, 2026
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A small brown skipper perched on a rock, sunning, in Achenbach Canyon of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. The midday was hot, under full sun, and with light wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 27, 2026
Coordinator notes: it's always nice to see this little guy.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County