Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1367698

Ruddy Copper
Lycaena rubidus

Observation date: July 31, 2023
Submitted by: Canyon Wren
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Saw these during visits on 7/22, 7/15 and 7/22 near wetland.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: September 04, 2023
Coordinator notes: I believe this is a female of the Ruddy Copper...similar to the Purplish but not the right hindwing pattern for a purplish (which is also smaller than the Ruddy). Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Jefferson County