Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1104772

Hackberry Emperor
Asterocampa celtis

Observation date: June 04, 2016
Submitted by: KS.trailwalker
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather was warm and sunny. The butterfly landed on my leg and torso before settling onto my left hand. It stayed several minutes, "licking" my fingers.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: October 01, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Franklin County