Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1326936

Black Swallowtail
Papilio polyxenes

Observation date: June 05, 2022
Submitted by: Marta Reece
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On the summit of Rabbit Ears Massif, elevation 8010 ft. A warm day with some smoke and a bit windy. Saw the species also on the summit of the Needle, the highest point in the Organ Mountains, at an elevation of 8980 ft.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: June 09, 2022
Coordinator notes: an inveterate hilltopper!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Doña Ana County

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