Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 731386

Banded Hairstreak
Satyrium calanus

Observation date: July 01, 2012
Submitted by: jmj2012
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was early in the morning cool and and dewey. If first discovered the butterfly on the edge of the wood amongst the blackberry canes. Flight was quick and 'fluttery" woould not sit still. Opened wings rarely and only for a second or two. The butterfly finally flew on to the grass were it was "trapped" for a long time and I was able to get alot of pics. As soon as I was done, it flew away.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: August 22, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, Sauk County