Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui

Observation date: September 28, 2017
Submitted by: WINGSaloftinKS
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Have seen hundreds of these "ladies" this summer. This Painted Lady was nectaring atop a butterfly bush at the garden center I work at. Briefly flew around at my approach and quickly returned; this species actually seems to like being photographed or stroked. Approx. size: 1.25" from belly to top of wingtip. Weather: 75 degrees, nice day
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: October 01, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Douglas County, United States, Kansas