Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1405751

Gray Copper
Lycaena dione

Observation date: July 03, 2025
Submitted by: Ed Rothwell
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A large copper nectaring on orange milkweed near the Port Louisa NWR visitor center. Low sun, hazy, 85F.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: July 04, 2025
Coordinator notes: From images I was able to compare from my books, yes this looks a female. Thanks! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Iowa, Louisa County