Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1393935

Huron Sachem
Atalopedes huron

Observation date: September 10, 2024
Submitted by: EddieGarrity
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The female butterfly is feeding on Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum). The male butterfly is above her, in flight.
Status: Migrant
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: July 07, 2025
Coordinator notes: Male and female patterns more consistent with A. huron. Male H. phyleus would have a “double stigma” appearance on the FW, and a more open orange patch on the HW. Female A. huron has 2 prominent hyaline FW spots, which seem to be visible on this individual. -Jeff Gesell
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Alexandria