Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1321901

Dury's Metalmark
Apodemia duryi

Observation date: March 29, 2022
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On an extremely windy (SE-to-NW) and partially overcast morning, this individual metalmark flew froam a range ratany short-shrub then selected gravel and small cobble of the main hiking trail to land and display. It lay flat between large gravel so as not to be buffeted by the wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 05, 2022
Coordinator notes: excellent!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County