Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1343467

Mormon Fritillary
Speyeria mormonia

Observation date: September 08, 2022
Submitted by: Cascade Colors
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This is the only species of butterfly I saw in this area over the course of several hours. Only saw a few.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: October 15, 2022
Coordinator notes: The Mormon is on of only a few butterflies that continue on the wing in September in the higher elevations. This one looks like a newly emerged female (females have heavier black markings and wing borders than males). Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Boulder County