Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1401074

Horace's Duskywing
Erynnis horatius

Observation date: April 21, 2025
Submitted by: topper72
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Clear, sunny, slight breeze, temp in mid 60s. One seen on trail perching and chasing then returning to same spot. Perhaps a worn individual that looks a little like Meridian to me but most likely Horace's due to the location.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 04, 2025
Coordinator notes: Topper, I agree that Horace's and Meridian can look like each other and that will create real challenges as Meridian expands northward. Let's call it Horace's for now. and I want your ventral image . . . may I please borrow for BONM?
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Los Alamos County