Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1231180

Observation date: September 03, 2019
Submitted by: Jwysojr
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Monarch caterpillar eating Milkweed, there are currently 8 others on this particular plant, 3 being about the same size as the one in the picture and the other 4 being about half the size. In addition to the Milkweed plants we also have the following plants in close proximity, Russian Sage, Kobold Gayfeather, Stokes Aster (Honeysong Purple), Echinacea and Butterfly Bush
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: September 04, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Jersey, Union County