Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1430590

Milbert's Tortoiseshell
Aglais milberti

Observation date: August 08, 2026
Submitted by: Gordon Berman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was feeding exclusively on what I think is slender stinging nettle or perched, spreadwing, on a low flat rock.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 09, 2026
Coordinator notes: sorry for map difficulties, but thanks for bringing them to my attention. stinging nettle also is caterpillar host for Milbert's
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Otero County