Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1346476

Common Checkered-Skipper
Burnsius communis

Observation date: October 11, 2022
Submitted by: EddieGarrity
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was getting nectar from Fragrant Aster (Symphyotrichum oblongifolium) flowers. It kept moving. The colors of the dorsal side of the wings looked different depending upon the angle at which the wings were viewed. When viewed from an angle its coloration suggests a Checkerspot or Crescent, but when viewed straight on it looks like a Common Checkered-Skipper. Based on the stocky abdomen, that's what I think it is.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: May 23, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Alexandria