Wood Nymph butterfly – 7/13/13

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 7/13/13

Observation Time: 11:05 a.m.

Observation Location: Gavins Pond area

Common Name: Wood Nymph butterfly

Scientific Name: Cercyonis pegala

Comments: Note the “pink earth” lichen in the background of the upper photo.

More information: Mass Audubon Butterfly Atlas