Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1380080

Whirlabout
Polites vibex

Observation date: May 21, 2024
Submitted by: AlbinoDigits
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Noted in part shade, native-heavy woodland garden. This specimen was captured resting on Symphoricarpos Orbiculatus (Coralberry) in the morning sun.
Status: Nonresident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: October 28, 2024
Coordinator notes: This ID seems correct to me, although Ohio is a little out of range for P. vibex. I hope some of the more skipper-savvy coordinators will check my work here. JRains
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Franklin County