Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 939513

Mourning Cloak
Nymphalis antiopa

Observation date: May 08, 2012
Submitted by: Robert Gorman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: mourning cloak perches on shovel in back yard butterfly garden, there is always a large group of larva that hatches on neighbors chines elm. if you have nectar, host plant and and cover from wind. also cement or rocks for them to warm on they will love it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: November 11, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Orange County