Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1273386

Mylitta Crescent
Phyciodes mylitta

Observation date: September 05, 2020
Submitted by: EvSherr
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Butterfly nectared on a yellow composite flower in the garden for a short time. Probably Mylitta as it looked bright orange when it flew, lighter than a Field Crescent, and I have seen two other Mylittas in our yard this summer. Such a tiny butterfly, and the underside of the wings are highly reflective.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: September 06, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Deschutes County