Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1247729

Sleepy Duskywing
Erynnis brizo

Observation date: May 06, 2020
Submitted by: Ed Rothwell
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A fairly large duskywing nectaring on bird foot violet (Viola pedata) growing in very dry, sandy soil in the Hankerd oak barrens at Pinckney State Recreation Area. Immediate area is fairly open with many shrubby oaks and larger oaks nearby. All images are of the same individual. 55F, sunny, and windy.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: May 07, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Washtenaw County