Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1019861

Tailed Copper
Lycaena arota

Observation date: June 11, 2013
Submitted by: Finatic02
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Resting among the tall grasses
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: December 18, 2014
Coordinator notes: This is a poor angle in which to make an ID and I would wish to see the upperside or better angle shot. I gave seen some Gorgon Coppers that appear similar-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County