Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1334765

Silver-spotted Skipper
Epargyreus clarus

Observation date: July 24, 2022
Submitted by: EddieGarrity
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was feeding on the nectar of a flower of Milkweed Vine (Cynanchum laeve). The flowers are very fragrant. I could approach this butterfly very closely. Even when I crossed in front of the sun shading it, which spooks many other butterflies, it continued to feed unfazed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: drerbium
Verified date: August 14, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Alexandria