Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 718118

Canadian Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio canadensis

Observation date: June 14, 2012
Submitted by: Rick Henle
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Warm & clear day, about 75 degrees. Interesting phenomenon, this gathering, saw the same about a week ago, very near the same spot. They were so busy getting minerals from the soil, I took about 50 shots and walked quietly away and they were not disturbed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: coreyhusic
Verified date: September 22, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Hampshire, Carroll County