Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1362205

Southern Dogface
Zerene cesonia

Observation date: July 05, 2023
Submitted by: twofried
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: There were 8-10 of these in flight in various places along the river - seems like a lot of wayward bugs....
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 06, 2023
Coordinator notes: thanks, Bob. this is early for them, so you may see another flight in late summer. and fun to know that stuff is northbound. maybe some subtropical oddballs will make an appearance.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Taos County

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