Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Leonard's Skipper
Hesperia leonardus

Observation date: July 15, 2022
Submitted by: jmgesell
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Location was on the shores of a lake and marshland, with other Grass Skipper species found in this type of habitat. Originally I was thinking a Peck's, but the dorsal HW pattern didn't seem to fit as well. Maybe a Long Dash as the environment would be a better fit?
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwright
Verified date: July 29, 2022
Coordinator notes: Female. The very dark ground color is a better fit with Leonard's Skipper. Spot pattern can vary from white to orange.
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Monroe County