Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1415298

Sleepy Orange
Abaeis nicippe

Observation date: August 23, 2025
Submitted by: bonfrey
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I'm not seeing a bit of orange on this single shot, but my other choice would be a Boisduval's Yellow, which doesn't come this far north, so, going with sleepy orange.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: September 26, 2025
Coordinator notes: most of the orange is on the sexy upperside, while the underside imitates a yellowing autumn leaf
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Torrance County