Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Peck's Skipper
Polites peckius

Observation date: July 12, 2024
Submitted by: ButterBelle
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: July 16, 2024
Coordinator notes: This is Peck's rather than a Hobomok Skipper. Similar on underside of hind wings, but spots/bars are more defined and there is a second row (variable) toward thorax of that wing. Thanks, JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Putnam County