Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1268306

'Astyanax' Red-spotted Purple
Limenitis arthemis astyanax

Observation date: August 13, 2020
Submitted by: Cyrus Li
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 3 small larvae were found on black cherry saplings less than a week ago, only one remains.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mikelchap
Verified date: August 14, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Montgomery County

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