Butterflies and Moths of North America

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American Snout
Libytheana carinenta

Observation date: April 10, 2022
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several snouts were present, perching on the sheltered side of coyote willow shrubs and tamarisk trees along the Rio Grande. Ventral wing surface patterns/colors varied among individuals. The day was warm, under full sun, and there was strong wind with gusts.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 13, 2022
Coordinator notes: they must not have been frozen out over the winter, so this will be the first generation of snouts for the new year
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County