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  Sighting 1354919

Common Sootywing
Pholisora catullus

Observation date: April 30, 2023
Submitted by: Janet Ruth
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Incredibly flitty fellows (or gals) . . . back and forth across the sandy track along the Clear Ditch, not obviously nectaring anywhere but then again there is not much flowering since It's so dry. would land for a moment and immediately take off, hence the not to sharp photo.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 04, 2023
Coordinator notes: an apt description, Janet, and the correct ID.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Sandoval County