In some woodchips at a business park.
@blastcat says the coloration is due to a particular virus. I do not have the knowledge to independently confirm that.
One of 4-5 flying. Saw others in the area, probably 10 + for the day.
Numerous regal fritillaries observed on this trip.
Custer County, SD
At least 7 at the garden today.
best shots I could get of these beautiful butterflies flying over the prairie
North Dakota Male Regal Fritillary
Found on truck grill. Dried.