Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1303779

Western Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio rutulus

Observation date: July 28, 2021
Submitted by: EvSherr
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Butterfly stopped to nectar on blooms of common yarrow and a pink flower growing in the yard. Pleasant sunny day (84oF) after rain the previous day. I have seen these flying by, but first time able to document the species here.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 28, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Deschutes County