Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 531856

Stella Orangetip
Anthocharis stella

Observation date: May 11, 2011
Submitted by: gerryq
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: THis is a "jump shot"! This individual flitted up about 10 feet in front of me, and landed on some bittercherry leaves. It would not let me get closer, but if I stopped, it would land on a different set of leaves. In 40 years have never seen one here.
Status: Resident
Verified by: paulopler
Verified date: November 11, 2011
Coordinator notes: This species is known as Anthochasris julia stella
Checklist region(s): Latah County, Idaho, United States