Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1003297

Two-tailed Swallowtail
Papilio multicaudata

Observation date: August 26, 2014
Submitted by: billsbar14
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: There is grass, burning bush and cotton wood tree about 25-50 feet away. But it was on the patio of my work. Weather 60's and mostly cloudy. It was moving its fatter side with fake eyes a little, maybe as defensive movement.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: August 26, 2014
Coordinator notes: this is a final stage larva a of Two-tailed swallowtail butterfly. probably looking for a place to make its chrysalis. thanks for submitting!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Bernalillo County