Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 990734

American Snout
Libytheana carinenta

Observation date: July 16, 2014
Submitted by: cblazo
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: When this butterfly was found it was very hot, humid and sunny. It was feeding on the ground in a muddy area. It was very interested in me and eventually took my finger and hand as a perch. The snout actually stayed on my hand for over 20 minutes while I walked around and did my thing. What a great experience!
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwright
Verified date: July 30, 2014
Coordinator notes: County record.
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Franklin County