Janet Brien's photos with the keyword: California Ringlet

I found this lovely little butterfly when I checked on the Sweet Pea flowers this morning and it let me get close enough to get some nice images! Not positive on the identification.

Often mistaken as moths because of their non-flashy coloring and flying habits, these pretty little butterflies are very common here in southern Oregon, and can be found all over the Pacific Northwest. They can be very hard to photograph because they often land in the grass, closing their wings and blending in perfectly with the vegetation. If you would like more information about this butterfly, here's one source: www.goert.ca/documents/SARFS_coencali.pdf