Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1408869

Ruddy Copper
Lycaena rubidus

Observation date: July 09, 2025
Submitted by: klamke
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Five individuals, Most perched on leaves of Helianthus petiolaris / plains sunflower, at least one nectaring on same plant
Status: Resident
Verified by: Emily Geest
Verified date: August 01, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Nebraska, Sioux County