Bob,

I'd say Orange Sulphur. I see what's throwing you off, but I also see the orange coming through. Variations are the pits when trying to ID BFs. BTW, nothing wrong with this photo. The details are there.

Sandy

The most basic ID key here has nothing to do with pattern or coloration. The dogface butterflies have falcate forewings, coming to a slightly hooked, sharp point. Sulphur FWs are rounded.

Interesting, Larry. I'd never noticed the wings before. I learned something new. Here's a Dogface that I photographed in my garden. You can definitely see the hook. The "dogface" always reminds me of Pluto.

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Sandy

Gosh! I learn so much here!

Thanks,Guys!

Betty

Thanks for the comparison photo, Sandy. This FW difference can be seen from many feet away and does not require a view of wing uppersides to make an ID.

That's a beautiful picture, Sandy!

Sherry

Thanks, Sherry, I love the fall colors in this BF.

Sandy

Hmmmmmm. I am agreeing with Betty. What a great place to learn! Really terrific photo there Sandy. What a great ID tip larry gene! Sorry you didn't get your Dogface Bob. I hope one will flutter in to you one day. :o)

One thing though is that the male is not as falcate winged as the female. Take a look at Will Cook's photos (he has a great site for finding examples quickly.) However, I do think Bob's is an orange sulphur, albeit a very pretty one!
-Elisabeth

Here is a link that might be useful: carolina nature

Elizabeth,

I have a Dogface hanging around right now that doesn't have the falcate wing shape. But, I always depend on "Pluto's" face to ID these dudes. The big dog snout stands out. The difference in coloration is the spring/fall broods. The pink coloring occurs in the fall only. Spring BFs are like the top photo on the Will Cook's photos. In contrast, it's the spring Clouded Sulphurs that have the pink coloration. The spring Cloudeds are one of my favorites.

I have a very orange Orange Sulphur hanging around the garden. Hope I get some eggs on the cassias, there are several varieties to choose from.

Here is a link that might be useful: Closeup of Spring form Clouded Sulphur