Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1051026

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: June 28, 2015
Submitted by: J Tinsman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed two individuals of this species while hiking the Bristlecone Trail, Spring Mountains National Recreation Area this morning. Sky clear and sunny, temperatures estimated in the mid-70s, conditions dry.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 28, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Nevada, Clark County