Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1246945

Marine Blue
Leptotes marina

Observation date: April 27, 2020
Submitted by: bradnlabs
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Noticed individual was visiting creosote bush (Larrea tridentata) blooms for nectar, many small to mid-sized solitary bees of several unknown species also attending flowers. Weather sunny, soft breeze, temperature warm and climbing to day's later high in 90sF. Butterfly visited opposite side of Larrea and lucky to get pics before it flew away.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: April 29, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Nevada, Clark County