Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1061829

'Astyanax' Red-spotted Purple
Limenitis arthemis astyanax

Observation date: August 20, 2015
Submitted by: JanetMarieMarks
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I live in Nashville, TN and noticed this butterfly my window at work. I think it may be a Diana Fritillary, but I'm not sure if I live in the right area to see one. It landed on the window and stayed for around 15 minutes or so.
Status: Resident
Verified by: dbruce
Verified date: August 21, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Williamson County