Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1322746

Southwestern Orangetip
Anthocharis thoosa

Observation date: April 21, 2022
Date notes: The male photo was taken at 10:44 AM, the female at 10:46 AM.
Submitted by: Rozelle Wright
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny, mostly calm. Butterflies were nectaring on Rockcress flowers. There were many. I am including a photo of a male followed by a photo of a female.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 22, 2022
Coordinator notes: great photos, Rozelle, thank you! I think your "female" is simply the underside of a male.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Los Alamos County