Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1140466

Mormon Fritillary
Speyeria mormonia

Observation date: September 01, 2017
Submitted by: Shelley Rutkin
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The friend who saw it with me is sure of the ID, but I'm confused by all those western fritillaries :-)
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: September 10, 2017
Coordinator notes: ID based on shorter, more rounded wings; lack of dark basal area; and marginal "chain" of spots. Underside shot would confirm.
Checklist region(s): Pierce County, United States, Washington