Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1421225

Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui

Observation date: March 26, 2026
Submitted by: Luna-Linuche.76
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: While hiking around the Miller Island Unit, this butterfly was the only Painted Lady seen; it was sunning on a roughly mowed path near ponds edged by cattails. Weather was warm & sunny.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: April 06, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Klamath County