Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1397252

Observation date: July 18, 2024
Submitted by: sgguthart
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny, low 80's, light breeze. Some of the plants blooming at this time were Gaillardia, Monarda, Oenothera, and Rudbeckia. This butterfly was on a Rudbeckia flower which was growing on the bank of a small lake.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: December 06, 2024
Coordinator notes: Your ID is correct Sally...a female Blue Copper...Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Larimer County