Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1324580

Poling's Hairstreak
Satyrium polingi

Observation date: May 18, 2022
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Two or three individuals on Quercus turbinella and tops of nearby bushes. North slope of a hill behind La Cueva. Just east of shallow drainage lined with black rock. Hot day with little wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 19, 2022
Coordinator notes: Marta, this is fabulous! a very localized creature that is rarely reported, probably because it flies in a hot time of year. very few people have this in their personal photo catalog. were you specifically looking for this fellow?
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County