Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 745355

Atlantis Fritillary
Speyeria atlantis

Observation date: July 12, 2012
Submitted by: ellenjones6
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I am having difficulty distinguishing between the Aphrodite Fritillary and the Atlantis Fritillary. I was told that this is an Aphrodite. True? If so, what are the key points that determine this ID?
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: October 14, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Franklin County