Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 906741

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: June 22, 2013
Submitted by: PDunwiddie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several P. rutulus observed at lower elevations on trail (below ca. 3300'), in openings in Douglas-fir/Ponderosa pine forest. Primarily nectaring on Aquilegia formosa. Full sun, 70F.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: July 04, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, Kittitas County