Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1292749

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: June 01, 2021
Submitted by: Breck Breckenridge
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Flying back and forth through woods; natural area amidst residential neighborhoods. Warm and sunny weather. Did not visit any plants which in any case were not in flower. Animal never alighted so my poor photos for ID purpose are of flying individual.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: June 03, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, Island County