Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1115580

Appalachian Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio appalachiensis

Observation date: April 26, 2017
Submitted by: birder89
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: In group of Eastern Tiger Swallowtails, I observed one to be larger and more pale than the others. I uploaded two images one of the group and the second a closeup.
Status: Resident
Verified by: dbruce
Verified date: May 26, 2017
Coordinator notes: The subject of this submission is the large, pale Papilio. Identified as Papilio appalachiensis based on (1) the obvious contrast in color and size compared to the surrounding P. glaucus, (2) time of year, and (3) location.
Checklist region(s): Blount County, United States, Tennessee