Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1285989

Melissa Blue (includes Karner Blue)
Plebejus melissa

Observation date: June 14, 2020
Submitted by: Michael Herriot
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Temperature in the low sixties. Clear skies. Two males and one female observed and photographed. Lupine plants are present though not overly abundant. However, this area is a known breeding area for karner blue butterflies and is federally managed for them.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: March 27, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, Juneau County

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