Observation date: June 29, 2026
Submitted by: ezeemonee
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Puddling and visiting Spineless Horsebrush and Marsh Cudweed flowers near Spring South of Tehachapi Mountain. Sulphur Buckwheat host plants nearby. Should be subspecies Comstocki based on location. Sunny day in the 60’s F. Wanted to document the somewhat unusual behavior vs. staying on or near the Buckwheat host plant.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 02, 2026
Coordinator notes: Yes, should be comstocki-Ken