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Mournful Duskywing (Erynnis tristis)
jmorlan

Mournful Duskywing (Erynnis tristis)

Several of these tiny dark members of the Skipper family were nectaring on Pacific Aster. There are two look-alike species, both with distinctive white trim on their hindwings. The similar Funerial Duskywing has more obvious brown patches on its forewings.
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Location
Montara, California, USA
Date taken
13 October 2020
Equipment used
Canon PowerShot SX70 HS
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A lovely capture of this attractive butterfly, Joseph.
 
delia todd
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That's a sad name for this lovely butterfly Joe!!

A grand picture that lad - thanks for showing it to us.
 

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