Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1352727

Mourning Cloak
Nymphalis antiopa

Observation date: March 08, 2023
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Flying in hilly, pinyon-juniper habitat, alighting on the ground and basking at approx. 7,280 ft. elev. A total of six were observed during our 5.4-mile hike. The species was first observed by us in Santa Fe County this year at Cerrillos Hills SP on February 21, but no photos were obtained.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: March 16, 2023
Coordinator notes: thanks for documentation and field notes!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County