Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1312464

Gray Hairstreak
Strymon melinus

Observation date: September 20, 2021
Submitted by: Jebflutterby
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found on a native Pacific Aster at Seabright State Beach, which has been restored to native coastal scrub and dune habitat. Wings were always folded up. Temp near 80F, sunny, gentle breeze.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: September 23, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Santa Cruz County

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