Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1273002

Western Giant Swallowtail
Papilio rumiko

Observation date: August 30, 2020
Submitted by: Patricia12
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It had just opened at sundown and remained there overnight. There are four everyday in the garden now.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: September 03, 2020
Coordinator notes: This is actually the Western Giant Swallowtail (Papilio rumiko), not yet recognized by BAMONA-Ken Davenport PS: I wish those lived where I live: Bakersfield!
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Ventura County