Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1184080

Marine Blue
Leptotes marina

Observation date: August 30, 2018
Submitted by: cfriedman_bam
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Clear, 85 degrees F (29 degrees C). Butterfly was flitting about on mud flat within 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm) from shallow creek.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: A_baldini
Verified date: October 08, 2018
Coordinator notes: Correct identification; the Marine Blue has had a strong northward colonization this year. This one is probably a fresh male puddling for minerals.
Checklist region(s): Boulder County, Colorado, United States