Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 715259

Juniper Hairstreak
Callophrys gryneus

Observation date: June 05, 2012
Submitted by: Appy-Brown
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The Juniper hairstreak was observed nectaring on an Ox-eye Daisy (Chrysanthemum leucanthenium) before the hairstreak flew to -- and oviposited on -- a Red cedar (Juniperus virginiana). Sunny. 70°F. North wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Kent McFarland
Verified date: June 08, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Vermont, Grand Isle County