Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1344152

Observation date: September 14, 2022
Submitted by: Cbug159
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: low temp of 65 high of 86 sunny with light winds. at my initial sighting which was around 11:00 AM they seemed to be very active and enjoying the full sun and the milkweed. Closer to sundown they became less aggressive in their eating and still as to be getting ready for bed. . I originally counted 7 cats. The Largest being over 1 inch long. At the end of the day i noticed a 8th cat that was about 1/2 inch or less.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mikelchap
Verified date: September 19, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Georgia, Effingham County