Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1062951

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio glaucus

Observation date: August 27, 2015
Submitted by: catmint20906
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Bright, humid day in the early evening. Camera lens got foggy from the humidity and it was hard to avoid facing the sun in the west. This butterfly spent a long time in the garden, particularly enjoying the zinnias.
Status: Resident
Verified by: richardhsmith
Verified date: September 10, 2015
Coordinator notes: Dark form female
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Montgomery County