Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1393993

Tawny-edged Skipper
Polites themistocles

Observation date: September 11, 2024
Submitted by: gertieflies
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Warm, sunny, late summer morning. This butterfly was quite animated, and was landing on and eating nectar from several 6' tall zinnias in my garden.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: September 12, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Indiana, Tippecanoe County