Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1374015

Western Pygmy-Blue
Brephidium exilis

Observation date: November 06, 2023
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: At least two nectaring on a late-blooming Chamisa shrub. Other butterfly species were observed on the same shrub: Orange Sulphur, Checkered White, Common Checkered Skipper, Buckeye, Painted Lady, Green Skipper, Fiery Skipper, Dainty Sulphur, and Variegated Fritillary, as well as a moth, many flies, numerous honeybees, and one or more wasps.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: November 15, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County