Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 911050

Old World Swallowtail
Papilio machaon

Observation date: June 26, 2013
Submitted by: LJodwalis
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This beautiful specimen was basking on a tundra hilltop about 17 highway miles north of the Arctic Circle. It was a hot, sunny day about 84F. The butterfly rested with wings folded as much or more than open.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Norbert Kondla
Verified date: July 20, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Alaska, Yukon-Koyukuk