Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1135131

Gray Hairstreak
Strymon melinus

Observation date: August 17, 2017
Submitted by: Jack Woodhull
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: We noticed it as it landed on a wildflower near us in the Children's Garden at the NY Botanical Garden. It did not fly away even as we pulled the flower close for closer inspection. My daughter describes it as "very brave".
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: August 17, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Bronx County, United States, New York

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