Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1060734

'Astyanax' Red-spotted Purple
Limenitis arthemis astyanax

Observation date: August 13, 2015
Submitted by: Evilclaw
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Saw in grass by sidewalk and appears to have been injured by mower or string trimmer. Was able to get him to open up for a top down shot. Sunny about 75°, light breeze.
Status: Resident
Verified by: richardhsmith
Verified date: August 17, 2015
Coordinator notes: Large bird-bite along posterior hindwings.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Loudoun County