American Lady (Vanessa virginiensis)
Open Wings
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This butterfly is sponsored In Memory of John Smith (UT)
This lady loves open areas and enjoys visiting gardens. The American Lady is beautifully colored with two large eye spots on the underside of the hind wings. This is the characteristic that distinguishes it from Painted Lady butterfly. The flight area is usually close to the ground so they are easy to see but getting close is difficult, they are quick fliers. The American Lady butterfly is common and they are a delight to have in any garden.
Family: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)
Subfamily: True Brushfoot (Nymphalinae)
Average Wingspan: 1 3/4 in. to 2 5/8 in.
Habitat: Open areas, gardens
Similar To: Painted Lady, West Coast Lady
Closed Wing
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Using Proboscis to Feed
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Plants That Attract This Butterfly
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Note: Always check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to make sure a plant will grow in your area.
Butterfly Life Cycle
Caterpillar
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Chrysalis
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Recently Emerged
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Butterfly Flight Range
Note: Map represents approximate butterfly flight range.
