Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1426497

Aphrodite Fritillary
Speyeria aphrodite

Observation date: July 01, 2026
Submitted by: DeepSkyKelly
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Very large. Obviously amber eyes. Was following/pestering a smaller individual (Northwestern?).
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 02, 2026
Coordinator notes: thanks for sharing these pics!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Colfax County