Observation date: July 18, 2024
Submitted by: Al R
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was quite small, less than an inch across, and there were several of them.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: Charlie Doggett
Verified date: September 08, 2024
Coordinator notes: I downloaded the photo and zoomed in. I found no exact match, though the closest was the Spotted Joker in India which shouldn't be in CR. It is very similar to the Pearl Crescent and Northern Crescent in the states but not reported in Central America. The other closest and similar match is this Chlosyne nycteis which is found in Columbia with similar habitats and butterflies as Costa Rica, so I put it here. But still not an exact match. I'm open to help on this ID. I do believe it is a Checkerspot or Crescent.
