Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1349531

Gulf Fritillary
Agraulis vanillae

Observation date: December 04, 2022
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On a warm day with no wind but only filtered sun part of the time, in a wash at the bottom of a valley. The butterfly was flying up to meet interlopers (sulphurs) and was otherwise quite active as well, appeared to be in good shape.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: January 16, 2023
Coordinator notes: thanks for documenting this late flight date
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County