Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1141752

Black Swallowtail
Papilio polyxenes

Observation date: September 17, 2017
Submitted by: kmoore444
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was sunny with a slight wind. Temperature was in the mid 80s. Butterflies were landing on Zinnia's in the garden.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: September 18, 2017
Coordinator notes: most definitely! thanks for submitting.
Checklist region(s): Lea County, United States, New Mexico