Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1168016

Western Tailed-Blue
Cupido amyntula

Observation date: July 07, 2018
Submitted by: DMS
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This tiny butterfly was in the garden enjoying the sun.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: April 29, 2021
Coordinator notes: tailed blue species. Both eastern and western occur in this region, and a ventral shot would be needed to confirm ID
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Douglas County