Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1321922

Southwestern Orangetip
Anthocharis thoosa

Observation date: April 04, 2022
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Six or seven individuals observed flying along a stretch of trail approx. 1.75 miles in length. Some probably basking but flying after briefly alighting on the ground; difficult to photograph.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 08, 2022
Coordinator notes: this is a female. thank you!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Los Alamos County