Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1241795

Mexican Longtail
Polythrix mexicanus

Observation date: January 18, 2020
Submitted by: Paul Prappas
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was found perched underneath a large leaf, which is described as Mexican Longtail behavior. We raised the leaf and photographed the bug. Still, I cannot be sure this isn't an Asine Longtail. They appear almost identical.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: Charlie Doggett
Verified date: June 27, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Costa Rica, Heredia

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