Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1253796

Wild Indigo Duskywing
Erynnis baptisiae

Observation date: June 03, 2020
Submitted by: 1Carex
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A few individuals nectaring on lilac. Id uncertain, well out of reported range. Baptisia (False wild indigo) in house gardens and crown vetch long established along roadway. Fairly active. Other, similar photos available.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: June 18, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Mackinac County