Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1406684

Nelson's Hairstreak
Callophrys nelsoni

Observation date: July 06, 2025
Submitted by: Luna-Linuche.76
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This lone hairstreak was feeding on Buckwheat. Weather was warm & sunny.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 09, 2025
Coordinator notes: In Oregon, these are often assigned to Callophrys gryneus. Its a controversial issue as to whether nelsoni is a species or a Juniper Hairstreak subspecies.-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Jackson County