Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1391156

Fiery Skipper
Hylephila phyleus

Observation date: August 14, 2024
Submitted by: ButtahflyEtn37354
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny day, light winds. This was one of many skippers visiting various flowers in the garden
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: August 21, 2024
Coordinator notes: This is actually not Sachem but a female Fiery Skipper - can be quite similar. Thanks, JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Monroe County