Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1077474

Western White
Pontia occidentalis

Observation date: May 22, 2015
Submitted by: bobscafe
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Resting on ground, possibly absorbing salts and minerals. Never stayed long in any one spot, but always returned to within 10-15 feet of last location. Cool sunny morning, high 60's, some breeze
Status: Resident
Verified by: Norbert Kondla
Verified date: April 25, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, British Columbia