Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1325854

Coronis Fritillary
Speyeria coronis

Observation date: May 30, 2022
Submitted by: madamirie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Feeding on dandelion. Warm sunny day, low wind. Size of butterfly greater than 2 inches.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: May 31, 2022
Coordinator notes: It is the nominate Coronis. Zerene Fritillaries are not in Santa Cruz County, but Unsilvered Fritillaries are. Fortunately for me, I have looked for butterflies a few times in that county and encountered adiaste and coronis.-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Santa Cruz County