Meridian Duskywing, Male Emergence - Erynnis meridianus  meridianus

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IMMATURES

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Emerging From Pupa - October 30, 2008
butterfly emerging from pupa

Emerging From Pupa
emerging from pupa

Climbing a stick to inflate wings
climbing stick to inflate wings

Inflating  Wings
inflating wings

Inflating  Wings
inflating wings

Inflating  Wings
inflating wings

Inflating  Wings
inflating wings

Close-up of head
close-up of head
Dorsal view of live, posed butterfly
Dorsal view of live, posed butterfly


Photo Details - ©Nicky Davis
Todd Stout found this 3rd instar on Quercus turbinella when we were on the Silver Reef Road just below Danish Ranch, Washington County, Utah - September 19, 2008
N. 37.15.755, W. 113.25.198
Elevation 4185

PHOTOS
adult butterfly emerging from pupa

HOST

 Sonoran Scrub Oak  Quercus turbinella

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