Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1066049

Gulf Fritillary
Agraulis vanillae

Observation date: September 19, 2015
Submitted by: ezeemonee
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Butterfly appeared to be ovipositing on Passiflora Edulis seed sprouts near other Passiflora such as Lavender Lady hybrid and Alatacaerulea and full size Edulis in organic backyard of suburban home. Sunny day in the 80's F.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: September 20, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Ventura County