Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1307827

Clodius Parnassian
Parnassius clodius

Observation date: July 22, 2021
Submitted by: sandyleapt
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Warm, sunny day. South-facing slope sheltered from the wind. Butterflies are mating. I believe I visited on a day when multiple butterfly species were "mountain or hill topping". Creeping Dogbane in full bloom and attracting nectaring butterflies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 19, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Benton County