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Question Mark

Polygonia interrogationis

Description:

The Question Mark (Polygonia interrogationis) is a North American nymphalid butterfly. The adult butterfly has a wingspan of 4.5–7.6 cm (1.8–3.0 in).[1][2] Its flight period is from May to September. The silver mark on the underside of the hindwing is broken into two parts, a curved line and a dot, creating a ?-shaped mark that gives the species its common name.

Habitat:

Protected area with deciduous woods and a river. Chagrin River Park, Lake Metroparks systems, Willoughby, Ohio, Lake County, USA. These butterflies live in wooded areas and city parks, or generally in areas which feature trees and free spaces.

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Phil_S
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Phil_S

Willoughby, Ohio, USA

Spotted on Aug 10, 2013
Submitted on Aug 21, 2013

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