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Mourning Cloak

Nymphalis antiopa

Photo by stormy
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42.1673, -85.847

Field Notes

Description:

On a canvas tent. Mid-May. Curled up, not very active.

Habitat:

Grassy woods, near swamp area/lake.

Species ID Suggestions

Milbert's tortoiseshell

Aglais milberti

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KarenL
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Mourning Cloak

Nymphalis antiopa

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EarlyStages
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Comments (2)
stormy
I have reason to believe it is a Morning Cloak as well, as I have seen more of them in the area where the photo was taken than Milbert's; but I appreciate both ID recommendations! Thanks!
EarlyStages
Nymphalis (Aglais) milberti caterpillars do not have reddish prolegs.

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PublishedJanuary 30, 2012

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