Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1124959

American Lady
Vanessa virginiensis

Observation date: July 08, 2017
Date notes: Breezy cloudy day.
Submitted by: Mluna25
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Looked like she was resting in the sun for several hours, before feasting off the butterfly bush.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: July 09, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Queens County, United States, New York

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