Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1305092

Melissa Blue (includes Karner Blue)
Plebejus melissa

Observation date: August 05, 2021
Submitted by: twofried
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Male
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 09, 2021
Coordinator notes: they don't get any bluer than Melissa Blue males.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Taos County

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