Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1392834

Fiery Skipper
Hylephila phyleus

Observation date: August 18, 2024
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Flying and alighting on various surfaces, some nectaring and some basking. Multiple individuals were observed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: August 31, 2024
Coordinator notes: Correct...there are only 2 known native Hawaiian butterflies: the Hawaiian Blue and the Kamehameha Butterfly. The rest are all introduced - some intentionally and most unintentionally. -jmgesell
Checklist region(s): United States, Hawaii, Hawaii County