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Vanessa cardui
It is a medium sized butterfly that is common in most places on earth.The genus has 2 species here but the other one/american lady has 2 spots on the back while the painted lady has 4.The painted lady is also larger.The wings have a nice orange and black that is typical for this genus.
Sitting on flowers that were adbundent with bees and skipper butterflies.The butterfly can also be seen at parks and gardens.
The back side has eyespots to scare any predators away.
Spotted on Apr 16, 2020
Submitted on Apr 16, 2020
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