Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1224232

Observation date: August 09, 2019
Submitted by: WINGSaloftinKS
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was flying around behind a Rose of Sharon shrub then landed in the mulch and stayed for about 5 minutes, occasionally opening its wings, but mostly kept them up. Size: Approx. 2.25" wingspan. Weather: 85 degrees, 63% humidity, partly sunny skies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: August 09, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Douglas County