Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1346356

Gray Hairstreak
Strymon melinus

Observation date: October 10, 2022
Submitted by: EddieGarrity
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was getting nectar from some sort of white bush aster. It was a much darker and larger butterfly than the Eastern-tailed Blues that I often see here. This butterfly often held its wings open or half open.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: May 23, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Alexandria