Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1256970

Zebra Heliconian
Heliconius charithonia

Observation date: June 29, 2020
Submitted by: Zencoyote
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Seen in planted foliage along low-density residential / greenhouse area in near-coastal Encinitas. This is near the local Butterfly Farm, and is likely introduced. The weather was warm and relatively humid. Sun out, slight breeze. Many other fliers in the vicinity.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 30, 2020
Coordinator notes: Possibly an accidental import. I would like to publish your record, but I would like to use your real name in the Season Summary. If that is OK with you contact me at kdavenport93306@yahoo.com.-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County