Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1385855

Purplish Copper
Lycaena helloides

Observation date: July 03, 2024
Submitted by: topper72
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny, very slight breeze along the trail, temp in low 60s F. Several seen nectaring on fleabane.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 10, 2024
Coordinator notes: the purple glint is nicely captured.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Colfax County