Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1388564

Arachne Checkerspot
Poladryas arachne

Observation date: July 26, 2024
Submitted by: Cascade Colors
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: August 26, 2024
Coordinator notes: Arachne Checkerspot (aka Beardtongue Checkerspot because the only host is Penstemon)...has different shape to the wings but easily confused. Many people seem to have a problem telling the Northern Checkerspot apart from the Anicia Checkerspot also which has a more rounded forewing apex than the Northern. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Grand County