Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1373148

Purplish Copper
Lycaena helloides

Observation date: October 17, 2023
Submitted by: Dobber31
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was seen nectaring on Coyote Brush (full bloom) in Foothill Park. Oak woodland and grassland on low hills. Warm, 80 degrees and clear skies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: October 19, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Sonoma County