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Euphydryas chalcedona
Chalcedon Checkerspot, Variable Checkerspot
Euphydryas chalcedona, commonly known as the Chalcedon Checkerspot or Variable Checkerspot, is a butterfly species in the family Nymphalidae. The species exhibits considerable geographic variation in appearance across its range. It is found in western North America, with populations occurring in diverse habitats from coastal areas to montane regions. Like other members of the genus Euphydryas, it has been affected by the broader declines in butterfly populations documented across the western United States.
Stegea salutalis
Western Stegea
Stegea salutalis is a small crambid moth native to western North America, ranging from British Columbia to northwestern Mexico. Adults show considerable geographic and seasonal variation in appearance. The species has a wingspan of approximately 18 mm and produces two generations per year.