Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1095623

West Coast Lady
Vanessa annabella

Observation date: August 11, 2016
Submitted by: Bdog
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Trying to warm up during a cloudy spell. I have barely seen any annabella this year and only see a singleton every now and then in wild areas. This is the first i've seen since mid April.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 12, 2016
Coordinator notes: In a few weeks, West Coast Ladies will be moving up the Sierran slopes and may do the same in your area-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County