Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1288632

Mourning Cloak
Nymphalis antiopa

Observation date: April 16, 2021
Date notes: Cool clear day, temperature approx. 8 degrees centigrade. Snow still on the ground following a large fall of approx. 20-30cm overnight on Monday, April 12 2021.
Submitted by: one72guy
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed fluttering around near my fence. Settled with wings spread towards the sun setting in the west.
Status: Resident
Verified by: alchem30
Verified date: June 15, 2022
Coordinator notes: One of the earliest butterflies to come out in the spring as it hibernates from the fall and does not feed on flowers.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Saskatchewan