Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 740835

Edwards' Fritillary
Speyeria edwardsii

Observation date: August 07, 2008
Submitted by: stomlins701
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: There were around ten of these fritillaries on this patch of flowers, alog the trail to Harney Peak in Custer State Park
Status: Resident
Verified by: kent
Verified date: July 15, 2013
Coordinator notes: Aphrodite would have a submarginal hindwing underside band contrasting with central disk and underside spots do not show strongly on upperside.
Checklist region(s): United States, South Dakota, Custer County