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Peck's Skipper

Polites peckius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Hesperiidae ›Genus: Polites

About

Polites peckius, the Peck's skipper, is a North American butterfly in the family Hesperiidae (skippers), subfamily Hesperiinae (grass skippers). This skipper ranges across Canada from British Columbia, as far north as Cartwright, Labrador; Moar Lake, Ontario; Leaf Rapids, Manitoba; and the Hay River area in Alberta. In the US, it ranges in most of the northern and central states, except on the west coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Peck's Skipper?
The scientific name of Peck's Skipper is Polites peckius.
What kingdom does Peck's Skipper belong to?
Peck's Skipper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Peck's Skipper belong to?
Peck's Skipper belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Peck's Skipper belong to?
Peck's Skipper belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Peck's Skipper belong to?
Peck's Skipper belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Peck's Skipper belong to?
Peck's Skipper belongs to the family Hesperiidae.
What genus does Peck's Skipper belong to?
Peck's Skipper belongs to the genus Polites.