Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 857392

American Copper
Lycaena phlaeas

Observation date: May 25, 2013
Submitted by: Mike Stinson
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Perching on ground and low perches (within a few centimeters of ground) in more open areas along trail.
Status: Resident
Verified by: coreyhusic
Verified date: June 13, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Amherst County