Pompeius verna
(Edwards, 1862)
Pompeius verna is a of ( ) described by Edwards in 1862. The species is currently accepted under this combination, though it was formerly placed in the Vernia. Distribution records indicate presence in North America, with specific occurrence in Vermont, United States. As a member of the Hesperiinae, it belongs to the grass skipper group, though specific ecological details for this species remain poorly documented in available sources.
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Distribution
North America; documented in Vermont, United States. GBIF records indicate presence in the United States.
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Taxonomic History
This was originally described in 1862 by Edwards. Catalogue of Life indicates it was previously classified under the Vernia as Vernia verna before transfer to Pompeius. The genus Pompeius belongs to the grass Hesperiinae.