Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1156858

Milbert's Tortoiseshell
Aglais milberti

Observation date: April 28, 2018
Submitted by: Huskii68
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Flying and landing on grass and early spring weather. Still light snow everywhere, slowly melting snow. Was probably about 6-12 degrees Celsius that morning. Mainly consists black as the primary colour. With yellow and red orange and on it's wing. Unsure what this butterfly is, never seen this one. Saw possibly 2 flying in the park near the end of both parks.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Norbert Kondla
Verified date: November 24, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Alberta