Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1266210

Great Spangled Fritillary
Speyeria cybele

Observation date: July 30, 2020
Submitted by: Reneerob17
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Had yellow eyes. Many of these in sunny areas nectaring on sunflowers.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 13, 2020
Coordinator notes: Renee, this is a beautiful Great Spangled Fritillary. similar to Aphrodite, but the broad blond band in the submarginal part of the hindwing is diagnostic for GSF. thanks for submitting!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, San Miguel County