Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Western Giant Swallowtail
Papilio rumiko

Observation date: July 10, 2022
Submitted by: Zencoyote
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Seen actively sipping landscape flowers along the trailside on the south side of Rancho Carrillo. Other flyers in the area included Marine Blues, Cabbage Whites, Monarchs, and possibly others. Weather fair, 70's. Love the way these keep fluttering as they feed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 16, 2022
Coordinator notes: I wish those would add Bakersfield to its range-Ken Davenport
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County