Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1373358

Observation date: October 05, 2023
Submitted by: madamirie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: flying, chasing, and nectaring in/around large scabiosa flowers on a warm sunny day, no wind
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: October 24, 2023
Coordinator notes: The male with the big black spot on the forewing is diagnostic-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Santa Cruz County