Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1049956

Variegated Fritillary
Euptoieta claudia

Observation date: June 17, 2015
Submitted by: SJ Adams
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I first saw a dragonfly trying to fly while holding a struggling butterfly. When I chased them the dragonfly gave up and dropped the butterfly. I took photos while it was recovering. The day was sunny and hot. If have more photos if you think they might help, but the views are about the same. I don't know how to do watermarks, but these are my photos and you are welcome to use them or share them in any way you wish.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: richardhsmith
Verified date: June 27, 2015
Coordinator notes: (Mexican Fritillary does not range northeast of Texas.)
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Henrico County