Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1264968

Showy Emerald
Dichorda iridaria

Observation date: July 31, 2020
Date notes: -
Submitted by: Bonnie B S
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Resting on inside ceiling of porch. Sunny 75° morning.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: July 31, 2020
Coordinator notes: Speckling on the forewing costa indicates Dichorda iridaria
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Erie County