Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1000302

Hackberry Emperor
Asterocampa celtis

Observation date: August 10, 2014
Submitted by: cblazo
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was flying in and out of a sumac tree. It would rest high and then fly back into the center of the tree. Where it disappeared. It was very hot and humid with full sun and a slight breeze.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwright
Verified date: August 11, 2014
Coordinator notes: The large black dot on forewing is barely perceptible in photo (but it's there),
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Franklin County