Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1077664

Falcate Orangetip
Anthocharis midea

Observation date: March 27, 2016
Submitted by: StaceyWhetstone
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This Orangetip was well camouflaged once he flew up into these lichen covered branches. Perhaps this is why they have the beautiful marbled pattern on their hindwings?
Status: Resident
Verified by: dbruce
Verified date: March 28, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Knox County