Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 745853

Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui

Observation date: July 19, 2012
Submitted by: ellenjones6
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: No white dot on orange, so I am guessing (Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui) vice American Lady.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: October 17, 2012
Coordinator notes: I don't know this white spot on orange. But look at the pinkish colour, especially on the forewing. Ross
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Franklin County