Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1092223

Clemence's Blue
Icaricia monticola

Observation date: June 12, 2016
Submitted by: ncrosbyrd
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: In this photo I think you can clearly see the black lining on the top of the orange.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 30, 2016
Coordinator notes: Identification unsure but is likely monticola, too much blue on a female-Ken Davenport Either species can show up at this locality.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Tulare County