Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1372470

Anise Swallowtail
Papilio zelicaon

Observation date: October 05, 2023
Submitted by: Sierraofla@aol.com
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Suuny very warm. Landed on zinnia and lantana, nearby rue and sage.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: October 05, 2023
Coordinator notes: Well, it is a swallowtail but not closely related to any of the 3 Tiger Swallowtail group species in the state-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Alameda County