Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1351666

Green Comma
Polygonia faunus

Observation date: August 04, 2016
Submitted by: Todd Boland
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Nectaring on Euthamnia graminifolia
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: February 08, 2023
Coordinator notes: After much deliberation and the assistance of no fewer than 4 different consultants, I think this individual would best be called a Green Comma. Although some features do seem to fit an Eastern Comma, there are still others that would still fit with a Green. The range would also heavily favor a Green - although there are a few rare reports of Easterns seen in Newfoundland. Any chance on a ventral shot of the individual? I hedge a bit on the ID but until I can get better evidence, Green it is! -jmgesell
Checklist region(s): Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador