Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1368424

Diana Fritillary
Speyeria diana

Observation date: August 15, 2023
Submitted by: Cascade Colors
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Per my other note, I'm surprised to see this again this year. Not sure where it's been hanging around the past 6 weeks; unless it's just one that emerged two months later than the others?
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: August 16, 2023
Coordinator notes: Looks to be fairly worn, a male. Larger butterflies can become quite worn and live for many months at times. Thank you! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Cumberland County