Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1132554

Western White
Pontia occidentalis

Observation date: July 30, 2017
Submitted by: dingoqueen
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: August 21, 2023
Coordinator notes: This is a female of the Western White. The more defined heavy veining on underside help distinguish it from the Checkered White. Also location, as the Western White frequents more montane locations. Thank you! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Utah, Box Elder County

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