Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1403731

California Tortoiseshell
Nymphalis californica

Observation date: June 14, 2025
Submitted by: Luna-Linuche.76
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: These butterflies were very abundant in the Klamath Outdoor Science School area, flying freely in the open woodlands where Ceanothus bushes were in peak bloom. Many of the butterflies had landed on the outside of buildings, where they were observed with their proboscis extended, probing the walls. Weather was warm & sunny.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 15, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Klamath County