Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1298845

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: July 02, 2021
Date notes: Butterflies photographed 10:30am to 11:15am
Submitted by: Luna-Linuche.76
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Modoc County Road 2 (Pinecreek Canyon Rd.), off Hwy. 395, New Pine Creek, CA. Modoc National Forest, Warner Mountains. A butterfly HOT SPOT in the middle of the gravel road: with many butterfly species “puddling” together on wet area from a creek seep. Warm & sunny morning (10:30 am to 11:15 am). Elevation about 5840 feet.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 05, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Modoc County