Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1357977

Rocky Mountain Duskywing
Erynnis telemachus

Observation date: June 04, 2023
Date notes: Off and on cloud cover, off and on light rain
Submitted by: tjay13
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Gray dorsal FW contrasting with brown dorsal HW; early June timing seems to favor this species. Area with openings, mixed conifer surrounding CG in general; Willows, oaks on trailsides and bording river/grassy meadows. Butterflies today were mostly trying to get water/minerals from sandy/wet areas on trail and in parking lot.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: June 09, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, San Miguel County

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