Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1219127

Observation date: July 23, 2019
Submitted by: WINGSaloftinKS
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Seen on the underside of a Common Milkweed leaf at the county extension demonstration gardens, one of the top leaves, and the plant was about 4' tall. Nearby flowers/plants (many of which dying back) included blazing star, golden alexander, white sweet clover, purpletop verbena and more. Size: Approx. 2.25-2.5" long. Weather: 75 degrees, 54% humidity, mostly clear skies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: July 24, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Douglas County