Butterflies and Moths of North America

collecting and sharing data about Lepidoptera

  Sighting 1337725

Variegated Fritillary
Euptoieta claudia

Observation date: August 03, 2022
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The first fritillary arriving, per this summer's observations along the Rio Grande, takes nectar from tamarisk flowers. Tamarisk trees along the Rio banks, have become established over the past 80 years, have produced flowers continually since April, and many butterfly species and individuals use them for a nectar source and as habitat during migration. The morning was sunny, hot, and with a constant breeze,
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 08, 2022
Coordinator notes: your detailed field notes are much appreciated, as always.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County