Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1266447

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio glaucus

Observation date: July 26, 2020
Submitted by: CrescentWing34
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Spotted these two on a flower together. Both clearly were Tiger Swallowtails, however, the one on the right was different in that it had significantly less coloring on its hind wings. Weather was cool in the morning and became more hot and humid as the day progressed. Clear skies with a high of 92˚ and a low of 70˚.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 06, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Franklin County