Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Spicebush Swallowtail
Papilio troilus

Observation date: July 30, 2022
Submitted by: rebelfd
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Hudson Valley region of NY in the town of Schaghticoke, 80 degrees Fahrenheit cloudy 0 precipitation, steady winds at 6 mph from the west. This picture is in our perennial garden and this butterfly was spending a long time on the bee balm plant.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jmgesell
Verified date: July 30, 2022
Coordinator notes: Male
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Rensselaer County