Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1403307

Regal Fritillary
Speyeria idalia

Observation date: June 11, 2025
Submitted by: Jill Haukos
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 5 Regal Fritillaries - all male - were nectarine on Smooth Milkweed (Asclepius sullivantii) - 88 degrees - 14 mph winds out of the south
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: June 11, 2025
Coordinator notes: One of my favorite species. Thanks! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Riley County