Dainty Sulphur (Nathalis iole)

This is another species native to the deep south but is not normally found in NC. There are a handful of records scattered across the state. Dainty Sulphurs are best considered a very rare stray (migrant) in NC. Here are some photos from TX and FL.
Dainty Sulphur (Nathalis iole) Dainty Sulphur (Nathalis iole)
Summer form
Miami-Dade Co., FL
9 Aug 03		 Collier Co., FL
17 Apr 05
Dainty Sulphur (Nathalis iole) Winter form
Starr Co., TX
17 Oct 04

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Created on ... June 2, 2005 | Updated on ... June 2, 2005 | jspippen@duke.edu