Observation date: June 09, 2020
Submitted by: dbrudin
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: As many as four observed, at least 2 seen together flying in circles around one another while rising in the sunshine-Spectacular!
Status: Resident
Verified by: A_baldini
Verified date: June 11, 2020
Coordinator notes: Your suggested ID is correct. The behavior you describe is common among butterflies, and may be either a territorial battle between males or a courtship “dance,” depending on the situation and species.
