Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Common Checkered-Skipper
Burnsius communis

Observation date: September 05, 2024
Submitted by: Cascade Colors
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I know this is a pretty common species in general, but this is only the second I've come across in this county/ this year.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: September 24, 2024
Coordinator notes: Correct ID...a male (females have much less white as you probably know)...yes, I don't think this skipper has been as common this season as it normally is. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Grand County