Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1298576

Northern Blue
Plebejus idas

Observation date: June 30, 2021
Submitted by: Ed Rothwell
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several hundred individuals seen along the two tracks just north of M-28. I counted the first 100 fairly quickly, then stopped counting. Had to step carefully to avoid treading on them. Both males and females were flying, some quite fresh and others very tattered and worn. Many were nectaring on strawberry. Four individuals are shown.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: July 05, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Alger County