Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1403322

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: June 09, 2025
Submitted by: Buddy Mays
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This was a lone tiger flying by itself amidst at least 500 pale swallowtails, puddling in a stretch of about 200 feet, on the banks of the Metolius river in Oregon.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: June 12, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Jefferson County