Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1078684

Orange-barred Sulphur
Phoebis philea

Observation date: April 13, 2016
Submitted by: Deb Peterson
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Large, about 2-2 1/4". pale orange. Appears to be laying eggs on my Cassia tree, however I cannot get high enough to look for eggs. Dry, sunny day
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: April 14, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Charlotte County