Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1362862

Common Ringlet
Coenonympha tullia

Observation date: July 04, 2023
Submitted by: Joshua C
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Perching low on some grass at a gorgeous mountain meadow. These were quite common at this location feeding at the many flowers in the meadow. We also saw a few Common Alpines but they never stopped to perch at all unfortunately.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 11, 2023
Coordinator notes: the alpines are always very busy. the occasional cloud is one of the few things they will slow down for.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, San Miguel County