Purple-washed Skipper (Panoquina lucas) Hidalgo County, Texas
Similar, but worlds apart. Same genus as the Ocola Skipper, but huge range difference. The Purple-washed Skipper is a tropical species in Central and South America that strays into the southern-most tip of Texas while the Ocola Skipper occurs in southern U.S. locations from East Coast across the continent to California.
The extremely elongated forewing with four spots distinguishes the two species where they may overlap, such as in Texas. The purple sheen is not always visible especially in males and worn individuals.
Purple-washed Skipper (Panoquina lucas) Hidalgo County, Texas
Similar, but worlds apart. Same genus as the Ocola Skipper, but huge range difference. The Purple-washed Skipper is a tropical species in Central and South America that strays into the southern-most tip of Texas while the Ocola Skipper occurs in southern U.S. locations from East Coast across the continent to California.
The extremely elongated forewing with four spots distinguishes the two species where they may overlap, such as in Texas. The purple sheen is not always visible especially in males and worn individuals.