Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1368955

Observation date: August 17, 2023
Submitted by: Lupine1
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The female, Pine White butterfly was first captured in the Cascade Butterfly Survey in Section A of the Sunrise Rim Trail, at Sunrise at Mount Rainier. Upon release it flew to a Cascade Aster and shortly after began feeding. 86 degrees and mostly cloudy. The Butterfly wings has been partially eaten by birds.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: August 21, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Partner project: Cascades Butterfly Project
Cascades Butterfly Protected Areas: Mt. Rainier National Park
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, Pierce County