Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1089549

Horace's Duskywing
Erynnis horatius

Observation date: July 17, 2016
Submitted by: Claudia Yeager-Smith
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sited approximately 4pm, weather clear, sunny, hot, no wind. Feeding actively on a small area of Cosmos in a small suburban butterfly garden. Rest of yard is shaded including a Texas Live Oak. Have not seen this butterfly previously in my garden. Photos are same individual, only one of this kind in the garden. Color differences are due to way sunlight striking wings. Very active! Didn't light long! Any information/suggestions appreciated! Thank you!
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: January 08, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Tarrant County, Texas