Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1206658

Anicia Checkerspot
Euphydryas anicia

Observation date: May 23, 2019
Date notes: Partly cloudy and cool, about 61 degrees.
Submitted by: Scott Burgess
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several larvae scattered on low bushes in the area, counted 10 of this species and photographed a half dozen before calling it a day. Larvae were inactive, probably due to the cool temperatures. They were easy to find on the light green foliage.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: February 24, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California