Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1248513

Eastern Pine Elfin
Callophrys niphon

Observation date: May 14, 2020
Date notes: sunny and 55 deg F . Very dry day.Walking dirt road at edge of mixed forest and fields
Submitted by: MilkWeed18
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Counted about 12 individuals within 1/4 mile. Landing on sandy dirt road and appeared to be pulling moisture from soil
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: May 16, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maine, Cumberland County