Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1318498

Observation date: August 16, 2021
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several queens and many other butterfly species were attracted to nectar from brown fluffroot/Wright's acourtia flowers growing from the main arroyo bank at the junction of Soledad Canyon and Bar trails of the Organ Mountains. This afternoon was overcast, humid, cool, and with light wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: January 13, 2022
Coordinator notes: thank you !
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County