Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 686816

Common Buckeye
Junonia coenia

Observation date: October 06, 2011
Submitted by: daisycat
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I just want to know if this is a painted lady. I've been a birder for a long time but am a complete beginner with butterflies. I'm not even sure if it's a butterfly or a moth, honestly. But I would like to learn more...
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: November 25, 2012
Coordinator notes: Sorry about the long review time! Thanks for your submission.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Wyandotte County