Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1318760

Reakirt's Blue
Echinargus isola

Observation date: January 15, 2022
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: First landed on my binoculars as I was sitting on a bench facing the sun. Then, flying about and landing on the ground or dry leaves on the ground in a mowed area near the playground of the state park. It was sunny with a moderate wind and a temperature that was in the upper 40s to 50 degrees F. Very surprised to see it at this time of year. Seen by a number of other observers including T. Jay Adams, Gary Froelich, and Christyna Laubach. A "white" was also seen flying, but I was unable to obtain a photograph it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: January 20, 2022
Coordinator notes: we are seeing more mid-winter sightings than in the past. thanks for getting this one in there!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Sierra County