Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1407921

Red-banded Hairstreak
Calycopis cecrops

Observation date: July 16, 2025
Submitted by: EddieGarrity
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The butterfly was on a leaf of Viola sororia. It walked from one side of the leaf to another side. And then eventually it leaned to its left, maybe trying to catch more of the sun.
Status: Resident
Verified by: talusrutgers
Verified date: March 17, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Alexandria