Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1418623

Hackberry Emperor
Asterocampa celtis

Observation date: August 24, 2025
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Individual taking nutrients from shallow, algae-covered water within The Dripping Springs Visitor Center retention pond of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. The morning was warming, calm, and under full sunlight.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: January 13, 2026
Coordinator notes: a female
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County