Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1244840

Great Purple Hairstreak
Atlides halesus

Observation date: March 30, 2020
Date notes: First one of this species of the year. On a butterfly-attractant bush. Hot and sunny in our garden.
Submitted by: Diane R Halpin
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: He was cooperative!
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: March 31, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Marion County

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