Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1400688

Sagebrush Checkerspot
Chlosyne acastus

Observation date: April 24, 2025
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Nectaring at a sunny spot in the forest on the side of Carrizo Peak
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 26, 2025
Coordinator notes: Marta, your ID is correct and this is a very good find. it confirms that the local population Dick Holland found there 20 years ago is still there. Surprisingly enough, I was there today (4/26) and saw it as well. You beat me by 2 days! did you summit Carrizo Peak? we took the 4WD road to the communication tower. I will add my observation to BAMONA. that area needs more study.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Lincoln County