Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1391643

Western Branded Skipper
Hesperia colorado

Observation date: August 19, 2024
Submitted by: Buddy Mays
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Very small, 1/2 inch in length. Photographed on the east bank of the Metolius River in central Oregon, elevation about 3600 feet, nectaring on various wildflowers but mainly cow parsnip. 75 degrees, clear, bright day. Sorry no dorsal view.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 20, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Jefferson County