Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1368350

Northern Pearly-eye
Enodia anthedon

Observation date: August 12, 2023
Submitted by: glena55
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: My cat brought this butterfly to my attention when he launched himselft at the front door glass. I snapped a photo before it flew off. I have never seen this species around here before. I'm in central VA which seems a bit North of this one's normal range. I also don't live near a swampy area and don't have any Switchcane it needs for its life cycle support on my property alsthough some neighbors may have some that I don't know about.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: May 23, 2024
Coordinator notes: Thanks to SR71blbrd for the correction.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Orange County