Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 907758

Diana Fritillary
Speyeria diana

Observation date: June 30, 2013
Submitted by: Sara Combs
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Temperature in the mid-70s. Frequent rain showers in the days previous to the sightings. The butterfly bush blooms opened around June 27. The garden near the butterfly bush includes red bee balm in full bloom, a hummingbird feeder, and baskets of pink and purple petunias. The garden area is surrounded by deep woods.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 15, 2013
Coordinator notes: Male.
Checklist region(s): Washington County, United States, Virginia