Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1131006

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio glaucus

Observation date: August 01, 2016
Submitted by: Jben745
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Yearly visitors to the field near my home, usually seen in late Spring/Summer. Normally seen feeding on Thistle blossoms. They are more active on warm, sunny days.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: August 01, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Monroe County, United States, New York

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