Satyr Comma (Polygonia satyrus)


Tigard, Washington County, OR
This Comma was basking in a sunny opening in the woods. It would fly out when disturbed but then return to the same spot repeatedly.




Tigard, Washington County, OR


Similar species. Hoary and Oreas lack the dark spot in the center of the hind wing. Also note the subtle differences in the comma shape on underside.

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