Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1322501

Edith's Checkerspot
Euphydryas editha

Observation date: April 15, 2022
Submitted by: Lori Bellis
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: April 16, 2022
Coordinator notes: I think this is likely an Edith's Checkerspot, not a Chalcedon or Anicia Checkerspot, not sure if subspecies monoensis are tahoenesis because of the bright reddish pattern (too early in season for reddish chalcedona or anicia) and the more rounded forewings. Great find!-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, Nevada, Washoe County