Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1381555

Pepper and Salt Skipper
Amblyscirtes hegon

Observation date: June 01, 2024
Date notes: Calm, clear, sunny day
Submitted by: Allison Barta
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: As I walked on a trail it flew up an onto this leaf. I was thrilled to find one. I have found one here before but scarcely. Also was surprised to see one again at same site but about 50 yards or so away from its normal habitat. Not seen in 2023. First sighting in 11 years of looking was 2020. saw one in 2022 in our driveway feeding on blackberry blossoms 5 miles away from this location I'm reporting right now. Currently blackberry blossoms are not open yet.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: June 05, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, Cass County