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Superstitionia donensis
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Superstitionia donensis
Los Angeles County, California, USA
October 17, 2019
Contributed by William Mason on 16 February, 2020 - 8:20pm

Nice find !
Where in L.A. County did you find it ?
… Emile, 1 May, 2021 - 3:38pm

 
Eaton Canyon
If you're not familiar with the area, it's northeast of Pasadena, in the foothills of the San Gabriels.
… William Mason, 8 May, 2021 - 2:43pm

 
Thanks, W !
I'm familiar with that location.
Great find of this uncommon species !
… Emile, 12 May, 2021 - 8:51pm

 
Thanks!
They are actually fairly easy to find in that area at the right time of year. One of my favorite species :)
… William Mason, 14 May, 2021 - 1:33pm

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