Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1079028

Red Admiral
Vanessa atalanta

Observation date: April 17, 2016
Submitted by: Vickie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was flitting about from rock to rock, but finally settled down for a photo. It was about 81 degrees Fahrenheit. This area is near the Columbia River, and also has many deciduous trees, a lot of Stinging Nettle in the forests, and I am not familiar with the plants around which the butterfly was perched.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: April 20, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Multnomah County