Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1159893

Northern Checkerspot
Chlosyne palla

Observation date: May 28, 2018
Submitted by: Chris Carvalho
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Nectaring on Oregon sunshine flowers along a roadside. Specimen was netted, photographed inside a clear envelope, then released unharmed. Warm, sunny afternoon with light wind, temperature in low 80s F. Multiple individuals present, with courtship and mating behavior observed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 03, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Wasco County, United States, Oregon