Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1423618

Great Purple Hairstreak
Atlides halesus

Observation date: May 06, 2026
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Hairstreak warming and seeking moisture from the gravel surface on the La Cueva Trail of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. The morning was warming, under full sun, and with light wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 27, 2026
Coordinator notes: spectacular!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County