Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1152333

Great Purple Hairstreak
Atlides halesus

Observation date: January 31, 2018
Submitted by: Robert Gorman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 14 Species great way to close Jan. windy Clear mid 70's. mostly species that winter over as adults.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: December 10, 2020
Coordinator notes: Robert. Has the virus overtaken you? More Great Purple Hairstreaks?-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Orange County