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Falcate Orangetip Butterfly

Anthocharis midea

Description:

Upperside of male forewing with orange, hooked tip; females hooked, but lack orange; both have round black spot in cell. Underside of hindwing has finely-patterned green marbling. Wing Span: 1 3/8 - 1 3/4 inches (3.5 - 4.5 cm).

Habitat:

On the Briadal Veil Spirea blooms briefly.

Notes:

Clearer closed wing photo two days ago. PN http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/193...

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gatorfellows
Spotted by
gatorfellows

Denton, Texas, USA

Spotted on Mar 31, 2013
Submitted on Mar 31, 2013

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