Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1419512

Great Purple Hairstreak
Atlides halesus

Observation date: January 19, 2026
Submitted by: Robert Gorman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Two males were battling for the hilltop with many other hilltoping species. Good enough rain for now to get the season started. Starting to get dry. Warm day seventies. Light breeze.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: February 07, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Orange County