Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1259532

Mormon Fritillary
Speyeria mormonia

Observation date: July 10, 2020
Submitted by: topper72
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Scattered high thin clouds, 3rd day of extended heat wave, temp ~80 degrees F, slight to no breeze, location ~9400 ft elevation. Two individuals observed mostly together nectaring on Aspen Fleabane.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 12, 2020
Coordinator notes: nice work, Topper!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Los Alamos County