Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1422037

Callippe Fritillary
Speyeria callippe

Observation date: April 23, 2026
Submitted by: zencoyote
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Twenty individuals within a 50 foot stretch of trail, congregating in an area of small grassy patches within largely chaparral terrain. In one case three seen together on the ground. 70 degrees, slightly breezy, clear.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: April 24, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County

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