Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1382119

Gold-hunter's Hairstreak
Satyrium auretorum

Observation date: June 09, 2024
Submitted by: Robert Gorman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Extremely wary of being approached spooked very easily not to return. found one in oak tree at too bad of an angle to get a shot of probably a male in its territory roost. Only ever see one or two of these many other hairstreaks seen. first hedgerow of the season also seen.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 10, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County