Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1390318

'Astyanax' Red-spotted Purple
Limenitis arthemis astyanax

Observation date: August 04, 2024
Submitted by: DaytonF415
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The butterfly was near the entrance to the trail to backbone state park. Did not appear to be frighten when photo was taken. The camera was about 1 foot away from the butterfly by a friend. It was a sunny and partly cloudy day towards the afternoon.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: August 09, 2024
Coordinator notes: Thanks, JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Iowa, Delaware County