Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1345925

Fiery Skipper
Hylephila phyleus

Observation date: October 03, 2022
Submitted by: Ed Rothwell
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The fiery skippers are back! I saw nine individuals in this small preserve, including this male trying (unsuccessfully) to mate with this female. Last year I saw no fiery skippers anywhere in Michigan (and also no buckeyes or painted ladies).
Status: Resident
Verified by: elsner
Verified date: June 26, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Ingham County