Agathymus polingi

(Skinner, 1905)

Poling's Giant-Skipper, Poling's giant skipper

Agathymus polingi is a giant in the Hesperiidae, originally described from Mexico. It is one of several large-bodied skipper formerly placed in Megathymus and now classified in Agathymus. The species is found in both Central America and North America, with records primarily from Mexico and adjacent regions.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Agathymus polingi: /əˈɡæθɪməs poʊˈlɪndʒaɪ/

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Distribution

Found in Central America and North America, with confirmed presence in Mexico. GBIF records indicate distribution in Middle America and North America.

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