Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1392244

Orange Sulphur
Colias eurytheme

Observation date: August 24, 2024
Submitted by: drmarc60223
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed nectaring on Rough Blazing Star in remnant sand prairie.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: August 26, 2024
Coordinator notes: Subtle orange tint seen on the ventral FW, along with the bold, dark submarginal spots and broad dorsal FW marginal dark band (seen through on the ventral side), all favor C. eurytheme over philodice. -jmgesell
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, La Crosse County