Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1426200

Western Cloudywing
Thorybes diversus

Observation date: June 11, 2026
Submitted by: Robert Gorman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Start of a very warm day sunny calm these were attracted to seep three or four within half mile
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 29, 2026
Coordinator notes: Yes, Thorybes diversus is a rare species few butterfliers or collectors will ever see! But I've had a lot of experience with them in the Fresno Dome region west of Yosemite-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Del Norte County