Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Horace's Duskywing
Erynnis horatius

Observation date: April 16, 2023
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Near the start of the road down Long Ridge. Warm and calm weather. The butterfly was the lightest Duskywing I have seen. To the naked eye, it looked tan with white spots.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 18, 2023
Coordinator notes: yes, that is spring Horace's; it is fairly distinctive.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Otero County