Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 999787

Black Swallowtail
Papilio polyxenes

Observation date: July 09, 2014
Submitted by: osprey1984
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I am just starting to learn about butterflies and moths. I would appreciate tips on the best field guide for the eastern United States and Pennsylvania. (Butterflies Through Binoculars?)
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwright
Verified date: August 09, 2014
Coordinator notes: For early learned, the NABA books are good, as is the Kaufman field.