Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1371539

Gray Hairstreak
Strymon melinus

Observation date: September 18, 2023
Submitted by: Jorie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Bright sun and 71 degrees. Very small, about 1/2 inch sized butterfly slowly walking on a white flower that was attracting bumble bees. It kept it wings up in a closed position except to open them one time. I had cast my shadow over it, to see it more clearly. When I moved, the sun was on it, and it opened it's wings briefly.
Status: Resident
Verified by: CA Ivy
Verified date: September 18, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kentucky, Fayette County