Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1403952

Lilac-bordered Copper
Lycaena nivalis

Observation date: June 17, 2025
Submitted by: Cascade Colors
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I believe the third photo is the female
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: June 22, 2025
Coordinator notes: Your ID is correct...male and 3rd photo is a female. I may have mentioned before...my favorite of the copper butterflies. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Grand County