Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Observation date: May 22, 2024
Submitted by: Joshua C
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Single fresh individual observed nectaring and perching on host plant, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. My photos show it nectaring from the top of a flower as well as, interestingly, a hole in the side of the flower.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 26, 2024
Coordinator notes: your detailed field notes are much appreciated. I wonder if they can make such a hole . . .
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Rio Arriba County