Lorquin's Admiral
| Limenitidinae: Admirals and Relatives California Sister Common Mestra Crackers Lorquin's Admiral Mexican Bluewing Butterfly Pictures |
Both species share some habitats, the Lorquin's habitat is more extensive, spanning coastal areas, stream sides, and on flowers in both valley and mountain terrain.
The easiest way to identify the Lorquin's Admiral, compared to the California Sister, is by checking the size of the mustard color patch on the end of the wing. It is normally very thin.
They are one of the season's first butterflies, and individuals can usually be found from spring through late summer, usually perching in a sunny area, especially on tree branches and brush.
© 2008 Patricia A. Michaels