Euphydryas chalcedona
Chalcedon Checkerspot, Variable Checkerspot
Euphydryas chalcedona, commonly known as the Chalcedon Checkerspot or Variable Checkerspot, is a in the Nymphalidae. The species exhibits considerable geographic variation in appearance across its range. It is found in western North America, with occurring in diverse from coastal areas to montane regions. Like other members of the Euphydryas, it has been affected by the broader declines in butterfly populations documented across the western United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Euphydryas chalcedona: /juːfaɪˈdraɪəs kælsɪˈdoʊnə/
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Distribution
Western North America, ranging from southern British Columbia through Washington, Oregon, and California, extending eastward to parts of Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. The shows considerable geographic variation across this broad range.