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These are butterflies in the family Hesperiidae that I have recorded on Isla Colon. Each specimen includes collecting data and observations I have made over years of visits to the island.
Specimen records and photographs
for researchers and educators
Species page for Epimecis matronaria
Records from Isla Colon:
Record Locator # 8436
Panama; B. del Toro; Isla Colon
lat 9.4143, long -82.3311; el 0m
9-12 Aug, 2010; 160w merc vapor lamp
raffia swamp/second. forest; 8PM-5AM
Frederick C. Mosher
Field notes from Isla Colon:
This large, impressive moth is present at lights in every habitat and thoughout the year. It's variable on Isla Colon, with some individuals being very pale and others nearly black.
Identification source link:
To help with identification, email me at identification@panamainsects.org. Please include specimen locator number.
Panama Insects Tropical Insects
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