Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1340105

Spicebush Swallowtail
Papilio troilus

Observation date: August 07, 2022
Submitted by: Tommie Rogers
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: August 29, 2022
Coordinator notes: Feeding on Lantana. Similar to Papilio polyxenes, especially the body spots this is Papilio troilus. Spicebrush usually larger with large spots on outer edge of forewings. Thank you! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Marion County