Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1328752

Silvery Checkerspot
Chlosyne nycteis

Observation date: June 19, 2022
Submitted by: JudyLY
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Both Rockies and East varieties were feasting in the same area of flowers.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 01, 2022
Coordinator notes: Judy, you're right that the phenotypes in the Sacramentos vary quite a lot and include some that resemble those in eastern US, with others that resemble Rocky Mountain examples. Quite a beautiful insect!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Otero County