Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 543376

Mourning Cloak
Nymphalis antiopa

Observation date: July 06, 2011
Submitted by: ktarkington
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The catepillar is 3-4 inches in length. It moves extremely quickly. It is decimating willow or dogwood bushes. We've had an unseasonably wet spring/early summer. The areas surrounding the sight, but not including the sight, experienced significant flooding. Most crops are about 1 month behind schedule due to weather. We've been experiencing a bit of a heat wave. high 80's, breaking 90 the past few days following a week of rain last week.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Kent McFarland
Verified date: December 24, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Chittenden County, Vermont, United States