Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1105179

Bordered Patch
Chlosyne lacinia

Observation date: September 28, 2016
Submitted by: taogirl
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I am not used to seeing any great numbers of these butterflies. We noticed them crossing the highway in groups. When we stopped about 15 miles north of Childress, TX, a group of about 50 came by us and stopped for minerals out of a puddle before flying on. I don't find this species listed on BaMoNA for this county however. I am not reading that they migrate either but it sure looked like a migration. Any information appreciated on this.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: October 11, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Texas, Childress County