Category Archives: Elfins

September Possibilities

Butterfly abundance is declining as expected in September. Most of the butterflies still on the wing are common ones: Cabbage White, Clouded Sulphur, Northern and Pearl Crescents, Great Spangled Fritillary and Common Ringlet.  However, a little field work can turn up valuable records. For instance, … Continue reading

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Elfin Season is Here

The time between May 15 and June 8 is prime time for elfins in Maine.  We know that our records of elfins in the state underestimate their abundance.  Because of the patchiness of their host plants, some effort is required to find … Continue reading

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