Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Colorado Hairstreak
Hypaurotis crysalus

Observation date: July 12, 2023
Submitted by: Joshua C
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Female seen ovipositing on Quercus gambelli at close range (shown in last photo). She opened up her wings to bask in the sun several times, showing off the beautiful dorsal coloration. Lifer!
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 25, 2023
Coordinator notes: man, you got your money's worth! ovipositing at leaf axil. what time of day was this? sjcary1@outlook.com
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Bernalillo County

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