Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1391656

Western Giant Swallowtail
Papilio rumiko

Observation date: August 20, 2024
Submitted by: Margaret Bach
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: butterfly alighted on the flower stalk of a Dianella in our back yard -- first time I've seen such a dramatic butterfly. It remained on the flower for at least 15 minutes, before flying away towards a sycamore tree in our backyard.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: August 20, 2024
Coordinator notes: The actual Giant Swallowtail is in the eastern USA, ours is similar but smaller in size-Ken Davenport