Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1427678

Clouded Sulphur
Colias philodice

Observation date: July 11, 2026
Submitted by: archmac
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several of these are flitting about our (largely native) wildflower meadow below the house, but were mainly interested in the lavender near the patio. Several were chasing (?) others of the same butterfly…perhaps mating behaviour? The weather was about 85F/30C, sunny, with low humidity.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: July 12, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.