Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1160104

Common Sootywing
Pholisora catullus

Observation date: June 04, 2018
Submitted by: Kerriefree
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was inside my house, I had the doors open. Weather has been very warm 100+. Butterfly was very docile, climbed onto my finger and stayed there while I placed it outdoors
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 05, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Stanislaus County, United States, California

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