Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1307825

Boisduval's Blue
Plebejus icarioides

Observation date: July 09, 2021
Submitted by: sandyleapt
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Butterfly at top of photo. Submitted this sighting because it documents a behavior. I know butterflies do this, I just found it interesting. I think the butterflies are feeding on coyote scat, judging by the shape of the scat and the amount of fur in the scat. The second butterfly does not have any clues that I could use to identify. Warm sunny day.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 19, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Benton County