Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1322460

Great Purple Hairstreak
Atlides halesus

Observation date: April 14, 2022
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Individual taking nutrients and moisture from moist gravel and soil under small rocks at the base of the Soledad Canyon waterfall, Organ Mountains. The afternoon was warm, sunny, and with a constant wind blowing up-canyon.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 16, 2022
Coordinator notes: thanks, Jim!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County