Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1378470

California Tortoiseshell
Nymphalis californica

Observation date: April 23, 2024
Submitted by: Luna-Linuche.76
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several of these tortoiseshells landed (with proboscis extended) on a well-worn, moist, dirt/gravel path near an aspen grove, with wings open to the warm sunshine, but abruptly closed if someone walked near. It was a warm, sunny afternoon, with temperatures in the low 70's degree F. (Photo by Ron Larson)
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: April 26, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Deschutes County