Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)

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DISTRIBUTION in North Carolina: Statewide, undoubtedly occurring in all 100 counties.
ABUNDANCE in North Carolina: Fairly common over most of the state, but least numerous in the Piedmont, where often uncommon. Usually not colonial, but at times ten or more may be seen in a day. Quite common in parts of the state in 2001, which was a surprising "invasion" year.
FLIGHT PERIOD in North Carolina: Probably three broods with no clear gaps in the flight periods except for a brood break in mid-June in the Piedmont; ranges from late March to late October, very rarely in midwinter.
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Distribution, abundance, flight period, and map information provided by Notes on the Butterflies of North Carolina & the 14th Approximation.
Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) 08/20/05 · Ashe County, NC
Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) 08/20/05 · Ashe County, NC
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