Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1381729

Strecker's Giant-Skipper
Megathymus streckeri

Observation date: June 06, 2024
Submitted by: DeepSkyKelly
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The photo is not great, but I'm pretty confident in the ID. This was a hefty butterfly. Fast, erratic flight. Hot day. Little wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: June 06, 2024
Coordinator notes: Right you are, good call. always nice to see this one,
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Union County