Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1375629

Funereal Duskywing
Erynnis funeralis

Observation date: January 01, 2024
Submitted by: Robert Gorman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On Buckwheat for nectar and another was going to sweet clover along river valley displaying male territorial behavior. Sunny day with Brett at Santa Margarita River. Following along to observe Brett's Early date records, this may well be an early date record? Plenty of water in river but still able to cross in crossing area's wading in about 6-8 inches of water. Was a very nice day low sixties calm sunny.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: January 08, 2024
Coordinator notes: Yes, early date for state-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County