Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1362070

Draco Skipper
Polites draco

Observation date: July 03, 2023
Submitted by: twofried
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Could not get a good look or pic of VHW. VFW looks like it has 3 small spots at the apex. Leaning W Branded based on dorsal field marks and elevation, though it would be a little early.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 04, 2023
Coordinator notes: I'm traveling without my field guide, but the huge black stigma makes this a Polites sp., and that elevation and time of year this is surely a male Draco Skipper. Western Branded will be a month later.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Taos County