Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1353899

Definite Patch
Chlosyne definita

Observation date: April 13, 2023
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Three individuals were observed in the wash. Then near the ridgeline, one was ovipositing on Early Shaggytuft (Stenandrium barbatum).
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 14, 2023
Coordinator notes: these are terrific, Marta! may I please borrow the oviposition photo for BofNM?
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County