Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1261680

Clouded Sulphur
Colias philodice

Observation date: July 19, 2020
Submitted by: Robert Gibson
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Mud-puddling on wet peaty ground at tree-line (low willow/birch scrub mixed with scattered white and black spruce). Temp 65 F. Butterfly kept wings closed when not in flight.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: September 20, 2023
Coordinator notes: Colias philodice vitabunda, male of species. Thank you! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Alaska, Matanuska-Susitna