Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 728889

Hydaspe Fritillary
Speyeria hydaspe

Observation date: July 23, 2012
Submitted by: brentawp
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Island Park, Idaho 6000' elevation Shot in mid-afternoon.
Status: Resident
Verified by: kent
Verified date: August 17, 2012
Coordinator notes: Stunning photo. The very dark hindwing disk, un-silvered hindwing spots, and wing shape all point to hydaspe. At best identifying fritillaries is difficult and confusing.
Checklist region(s): United States, Idaho, Fremont County