Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1054157

Nais Metalmark
Apodemia nais

Observation date: July 09, 2015
Submitted by: Christian.Nunes
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This individual flitted across the road (Bison Drive) as soon as the sun began to peek through the thick clouds after several days of rain. It was easy to approach as it rested on the ground.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: September 14, 2015
Coordinator notes: Correctly identified by the submitter. A freshly emerged male. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Boulder County