Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1365075

Southern Dogface
Zerene cesonia

Observation date: July 23, 2023
Submitted by: DeepSkyKelly
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This is a terrible photo (best I got), but I believe it shows the prominent black markings on the "shoulder" and edges of the forewings framing the dark "eye" spot. In flight these markings were striking. I followed this individual for a ways, but it never paused long enough for me to get a better angle.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 25, 2023
Coordinator notes: good enough
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Colfax County