Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1128613

Observation date: July 24, 2017
Submitted by: Stéphan Ruest
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed fluttering about on lawn by edges, resting on flowers (species unknown), possibly feeding on nectar. Fluttered off from photographer's approach to nearby larch and rested in the sun. While at rest, wings were mainly in open position, exposed to the sun, slowly flapping each 2 or 3 seconds, then shutting wings off after 10 seconds at rest.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: April 04, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Quebec