Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1391213

Colon Checkerspot
Euphydryas colon

Observation date: May 31, 2024
Submitted by: Buddy Mays
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Photographed nectaring on Indian Paintbrush and other wildflowers on just off USFS Road 1150 on Green Ridge near Sisters, Oregon. Warm, clear day at an elevation of 3,800 feet. I thought it was early for checkerspots which don't usually fly here until June.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 16, 2024
Coordinator notes: Snowberry Checkerspot is also a popular common name for this butterfly-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Jefferson County