Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1381544

American Copper
Lycaena phlaeas

Observation date: May 28, 2024
Date notes: 62 degrees, sunny
Submitted by: Allison Barta
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It's been 6 years since I have found an American Copper. I've only seen them 2012,2018, and now 2024. I've looked every year at previous sites with no luck. so this sighting in a new location. I chanced upon them. I say them because I've been going back every day to look, and have seen 2 of them at one time, and a total of 3 different individuals. Today is June 4th and yes, I was able to find one again. Previous years only saw one, one day and couldn't find any afterwards. So, happy to see this group daily since May 28th
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: June 05, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, Cass County