Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1316517

Silver-bordered Fritillary
Boloria selene

Observation date: July 23, 2021
Submitted by: Christian.Nunes
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 3 seen in an area of tall, dense sedges and tall willows growing in an old beaver pond complex. Observed while working to release beavers back into these vacant ponds. The exact location is not open to the public, but is close to trails (<50 yards).
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: December 31, 2021
Coordinator notes: There was a small population at the jct. of Hwy. 119 and 93. Haven't looks for this species in years but the Peak-Peak Hwy. seems to be a preferred area for selene. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Boulder County