Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1179947

Red-spotted Purple or White Admiral
Limenitis arthemis

Observation date: August 17, 2018
Submitted by: Vicki Lynch
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The Red spotted purple was deceased hanging on the flower. The White admiral landed next to it. Several other Red spotted purples were nearby as well. Observed in Goshen, CT. These are listed as the same species.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: December 20, 2020
Coordinator notes: How interesting to see both in the same photograph. Thanks.