Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1368587

Shasta Blue
Plebejus shasta

Observation date: July 13, 2023
Submitted by: ncrosbyrd
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: These spots look orange rather than Black.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: September 10, 2023
Coordinator notes: Correct ID...looks like a female and some females can get fairly orange-banded on the ups. I see this is your last posting so want to thank you for taking the time to submit all you have to BAMONA...you know Colorado butterflies quite well and also you are certainly an accomplished photographer, and I have enjoyed all of your photographs, and reports. Take care, Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Summit County