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Mourning Cloak
Nymphalis antiopa
39.8734, -75.3918
Field Notes
Description:
The upper side of the butterfly is colored in a very dark red, with a bright, yellowish border around the wings. There is a darker band with bright blue spots between the border and the dark red inner side. Sexes are similar, although the females are slightly larger.
Habitat:
From wooded areas to neighborhood gardens.
Notes:
Walked up on her while walking through the park. She fluttered around until she took off upward into the trees. First Mourning Cloak I've ever seen.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 29, 2013
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