Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1098730

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: August 21, 2016
Submitted by: Breck Breckenridge
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Warm, dry conditions. Summer in Mediterranean-style climate of Calif. Central Valley i August. Animal not actively feeding. Seen perched on tree leaf.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: September 05, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.