Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1398944

Desert Orangetip
Anthocharis cethura

Observation date: February 24, 2025
Submitted by: Gordon Berman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: At least 3 desert orangetips were in constant flight hilltopping on Picacho Peak. Also hilltopping were grey hairstreak, painted lady, and desert marble.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: February 27, 2025
Coordinator notes: i love the in-flight action shots.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County

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