Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1147860

California Tortoiseshell
Nymphalis californica

Observation date: October 28, 2017
Submitted by: singingfalls
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: These butterflies have been appearing by the hundreds during late September and through the month of October. They appear to be a Vanessa of some kind but do not fit into any category I have seen on line.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: October 30, 2017
Coordinator notes: I recommend you get some good butterfly books and not rely on the internet. These are much better than Painted Ladies!-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): Douglas County, United States, Oregon