Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1105960

Great Purple Hairstreak
Atlides halesus

Observation date: October 10, 2016
Submitted by: sscottsmith
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: There were four different kinds of butterflies on these flowers but this was the most unusual. The wings were constantly moving up and down (never saw them opened) giving the impressing that both ends were alive. I have never seen one like this before and have no clue about the identity.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: October 11, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Texas, Colorado County

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