Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1378793

Southwestern Orangetip
Anthocharis thoosa

Observation date: May 01, 2024
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Quite a few individuals seen flying, often briefly alighting, while some were nectaring at the tiny flowers of a small, presumed mustard plant species. A female was photographed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: May 05, 2024
Coordinator notes: thanks too for the field notes!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County