Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1318745

Edwards' Fritillary
Speyeria edwardsii

Observation date: July 17, 2021
Submitted by: Moligale
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Not sure what type of Fritillary
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: January 27, 2022
Coordinator notes: This is the Edwards Fritillary, a very freshly emerged male, primarily yet resting it appears. This is primarily a prairie butterfly but often common in the foothills and lower mountain canyons. Thanks for your submissions. Keep checking those gardens and wetland areas...great spots for many sightings! Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Larimer County