Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1390977

Pipevine Swallowtail
Battus philenor

Observation date: August 13, 2024
Submitted by: Zencoyote
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Checking out a new set of trails at Briones Regional Park. Spotted these two individuals at the edge of a grassy meadow bordering a small riparian area. The first was engrossed in thistle flowers. The second flew by so fast I almost missed it, and it appeared almost colorless until I examined the photos later. Weather: low 70s, clear and calm.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 13, 2024
Coordinator notes: Subspecies hirsuta-Ken Davenport