Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1396949

Western Pygmy-Blue
Brephidium exilis

Observation date: October 30, 2024
Submitted by: Zencoyote
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several individuals seen flying and perching among an extensive patch of Heliotrope and associated Tumbleweed adjacent to a drainage canal just east of San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary. The bugs were very energetic and a difficult photo target. Sharing the space with abundant Fiery Skippers.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: November 07, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Orange County