Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1333328

Black Swallowtail
Papilio polyxenes

Observation date: May 10, 2022
Submitted by: Katherine B.
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was on a dill weed. It was a sunny day, temps in the high 80's. The dill weed is in a raised-bed herb garden with sage & oregano & marigolds.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 17, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia

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