Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1243267

Observation date: March 08, 2020
Submitted by: WINGSaloftinKS
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Seen fluttering among some brush and conifer trees along a path at a nature center. Smaller than usual size. Landed and stayed on the dead grasses for about 3 minutes with wings out, briefly lifted them, then took off in flight again. Size: Approx. 1.75" wingspan. Weather: 64 degrees, 31% humidity, clear skies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: March 10, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Douglas County