Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1266232

Aphrodite Fritillary
Speyeria aphrodite

Observation date: August 05, 2020
Submitted by: DeepSkyKelly
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Very large. Perhaps a large Edwards or Aphrodite. Spots on underwing are silvered.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 13, 2020
Coordinator notes: DeepSkyKelly, the eyes being tan/amber means this can only be Aphrodite or Great Spangled. the underside does not have the broad blond submarginal band, which rules out Great Spangled. late in the flight season, this is a female. thanks for submitting!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Colfax County