Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 728436

Canadian Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio canadensis

Observation date: May 28, 2012
Submitted by: Michelle Noonan
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: sharonstichter2
Verified date: November 09, 2012
Coordinator notes: I am identifying this as P canadensis on the basis of small size, thick black border next to the body, and flight time. However, it could be canadensis x glaucus, or even possibly glaucus. A ventral photo would add additional evidence.
Checklist region(s): United States, Massachusetts, Norfolk County