Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 960962

Spicebush Swallowtail
Papilio troilus

Observation date: May 25, 2013
Submitted by: John Many Wings
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather: Temp 64, Sunny, Strong wind (20 MPH) Butterfly found while it was feeding on Bramble (Blackberry?) flowers. One or two black butterflies have been observed in this area during the last week. t appears that the butterfly lost half of its port side tail.
Status: Resident
Verified by: richardhsmith
Verified date: April 07, 2014
Coordinator notes: The specimen is a male.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Frederick County