Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1246524

Observation date: April 23, 2020
Submitted by: choyt
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This large, dark, skipper was seen in the oak/juniper woodlands of the Chisos Mountains, Tx.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: October 11, 2022
Coordinator notes: Pretty sure it's C. arizonensis. There are historical sightings of this in Brewster County, although not supported by photos. The same is true for C. melon but I don't think that's what this is.
Checklist region(s): United States, Texas, Brewster County