Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1269570

Spicebush Swallowtail
Papilio troilus

Observation date: August 17, 2020
Date notes: Intermittent sun
Submitted by: joanfiller
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Soaring flight, nectars with wings beating. 3 individuals seen in same small area on joe-pye weed and purple loose-strife
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: August 19, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Tompkins County