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Mourning Cloak Butterfly
Nymphalis antiopa antiopa
33.1468, -117.009
Field Notes
Description:
"Nymphalis antiopa has a wingspan of 62–75 mm. 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." - Wikipedia You can view the colors and patterns on top of its wings at: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/6878222
Habitat:
Top of cut tree branch in backyard.
Notes:
This one has been flying with another of the same species and stopped to fan its wings. The caterpillar can be seen at http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/9508165 and the chrysalis at http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/69296056
"The immature form of this species is sometimes known as the spiny elm caterpillar. Other older names for this species include Grand Surprise and White Petticoat" - Wikipedia
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