American Lady
Vanessa virginiensis (Drury, 1773)
Family: Nymphalidae
Status: Occasional resident
NENHP Ranking: Not listed
Range: Found from northern South America north to southern Canada. It can be found statewide in Nebraska.
Larval Hostplant(s): Pussytoes (Antennaria species) in Nebraska.
Broods/Flight Times: Normally two flights are expected. Nebraska records range from 16 April – 24 October.
Overwintering: As adults.
Habitat: This wide ranging butterfly can be found in multiple environments.
Avg. Wingspan: 1 3/4 – 2 5/8 inches
Found at:
Similar Species: Painted and West Coast Ladies.
Notes:
American Lady, J. Nikkila
