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Danaus gilippus

Photo by SusanEllison
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Queen

Danaus gilippus thersippus

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The other choice would be a Soldier, Danaus eresimus. A clearer view of the ventral hind wings and a dorsal view of the upper wings is needed. Do you have other photos? The reflection hints of it being a Queen.
http://www.butterfliesandmoths.org/gallery?stage=adult&species_view=ventral&species_type=0&family=890&field_sciname_value=&field_comname_value=
Beautiful picture! Looks like Danaus gilippus, the Queen...
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PublishedMarch 17, 2013

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