I found three Sleepy Oranges (lifer) at the parking lot of School House Ridge North battlefield at Harper’s Ferry. Most of the 21 species seen were within a couple hundred yards of the parking lot. Below are selected images of Sleepy Orange, Variegated Fritillary, American Snout and Red Admiral, which has been scare this year up until now.
I’ve heard of recent Red-banded Hairstreak reports in the eastern panhandle and regionally. This late summer brood seems to be in good numbers. I have not seen one yet this year… still hoping.
Also, I’ve found Black Swallowtail caterpillers on the Rue I planted near the house earlier this summer. (Click on images for larger size)
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