splendens 6 Jul 2024 I believe these are the first photos of this species on zoochat. The species is endemic to Southern California and Baja Mexico. This northernmost subspecies is threatened by development destroying coastal sage scrub.
I believe these are the first photos of this species on zoochat. The species is endemic to Southern California and Baja Mexico. This northernmost subspecies is threatened by development destroying coastal sage scrub.
splendens 7 Jul 2024 @Terry Thomas Thanks! This male was obliging enough for a bit while hopping through the scrub but after a minute it flew over a hill out of view.
@Terry Thomas Thanks! This male was obliging enough for a bit while hopping through the scrub but after a minute it flew over a hill out of view.
