Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1336055

California Sister
Adelpha californica

Observation date: July 25, 2022
Submitted by: sandyleapt
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: No idea why this butterfly photographed so dark. In life situation it is a lovely brown with orange wingtips. Warm, sunny, wind calm. First paved turnout inside the first gate at a small waterfall and mossy seep. Butterfly patrolling and landing on moss to sip water or nutrients.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 29, 2022
Coordinator notes: They are darker when freshly emerged-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Benton County