Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1356457

Western Pine Elfin
Callophrys eryphon

Observation date: May 22, 2023
Submitted by: topper72
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Partly cloudy, little wind, temp in low 60s F. Only one very fresh individual seen (but very cooperative!) perching on juniper bush. Several C. polios observed in area and one C. augustinus. Not many other species observed- not many other flowers in bloom yet. Cool spring so far with more moisture (from wet winter) than the past several years.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 23, 2023
Coordinator notes: thank you!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Rio Arriba County