Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1391957

'Astyanax' Red-spotted Purple
Limenitis arthemis astyanax

Observation date: August 23, 2024
Submitted by: 2024Nomonarchs
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The specimen was feeding on a butterfly bush. The color or the wings on the upper side were completely different than the colorful underside. It was about 2x3 inches, The upper coloration was mostly black but light blue on the bottom half of the lower wings.
Status: Resident
Verified by: drerbium
Verified date: October 28, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Fairfax County