Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1325262

Melissa Blue (includes Karner Blue)
Plebejus melissa

Observation date: May 25, 2022
Submitted by: Rozelle Wright
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 2 of these fluttering around and occasionally landing on a blooming red legume. Sunny, Calm, Temperatures in the low 60s.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 26, 2022
Coordinator notes: thanks, Rozelle!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Rio Arriba County

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