Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 918454

Common Wood-Nymph
Cercyonis pegala

Observation date: August 25, 2013
Submitted by: Eelhsa
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I followed this butterfly around for some time before I finally got a couple nice pictures. I first noticed it in the grass and then it moved to some flowers (Asters) And starting eating. When it landed it would open and close its wings 1 or two times before leaving them closed while it ate. Hot, humid and sunny day.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: August 26, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Ontario