Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1384495

Coronis Fritillary
Speyeria coronis

Observation date: June 28, 2024
Submitted by: Luna-Linuche.76
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This Fritillary was one of many butterfly species swarming a small clump of Narrowleaf Milkweed plants growing on a rocky bluff above Gerber Reservoir, at the edge of Gerber South Campground (elevation 4,844 feet). Weather was breezy, warm, and sunny.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 30, 2024
Coordinator notes: A tough choice without being able to examine an actual specimen. coronis and zerene can be tough to distinguish!
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Klamath County