Category Archives: Blues

Eastern Panhandle to the Mountains

I spent the bulk of last week assisting with a WV birding tour run by WINGS. Of course butterflies were also noted and a few images were taken along the way. After getting rained on Tuesday morning around Harper’s Ferry … Continue reading

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A few snapshots from the yard

Corrections to identification appreciated. Spring Azure, Hackberry Emperor, Hackberry Emperor underside, Silvery Checkerspot.  

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Red Satyr and Marine Blue from SE Arizona

I went on a “target” birding trip last weekend to SE Arizona which is my personal favorite region in the lower 48 to bird watch. I did take a few images of butterflies which showed themselves. Notables included “Desert” Black … Continue reading

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Eastern Tailed-Blues at Shannondale Springs WMA

Saw my first of season Eastern Tailed-Blues along the Old Farm Trail this morning while birding at SS WMA. Also seen were Spring Azure and Zebra Swallowtail.

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