Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1345101

Violet-washed Skipper
Damas clavus

Observation date: August 20, 2022
Submitted by: Paul Prappas
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Dorsal spotting matches up perfectly. This species has a violet wash on its ventral side with a band of spots on the HW. The HW violet wash can just be seen at the lower edge of the HW, though the band of spots is not. This is a small genus. The Immaculate Ruby-eye is the only other "Damas" in Panama.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Paul Prappas
Verified date: December 10, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Panama, Colón Province