Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1069325

Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui

Observation date: September 16, 2015
Submitted by: Mtsteelman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On a duranta bush high above the roofline of the house. I have never seen this butterfly before, seeking an id of it. A few minutes later he was eaten by a lizard so I didn't have much time to observe him.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: October 29, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Alabama, Mobile County