Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 906371

Black Swallowtail
Papilio polyxenes

Observation date: October 08, 2011
Submitted by: C Stoff
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: When touched, two little bright orange "antennae" appeared and then retracted once I took my finger away. He was eating my potted parsley that sat on the front concrete walk near my front stairs. Gets morning shade and afternoon sun. Very hearty appetite.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: February 05, 2014
Coordinator notes:
Checklist region(s): United States, New Jersey, Burlington County