Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 726583

Lupine Blue
Plebejus lupini

Observation date: July 03, 2012
Submitted by: eal79
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On open ground at edge of creek vegetation, staying quite still, in afternoon.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 16, 2012
Coordinator notes: Based on photo and location, this should be Plebejus lupini alpicola, likely a blue which may prove to be a distinct species not a Lupine Blue.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Tulare County