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Western Tiger Swallowtail

Papilio rutulus

Photo by RedRock
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Field Notes

Description:

Yellow butterfly. Wings have dark, zebra markings and scalloped edges. Body is yellow with black stripes.

Habitat:

Found fluttering around tall grasses amongst ponderosa pine forest. Altitude: Approx 6800 ft.

Reference Links:

Papilio rutulus, Papilio rutulus - Western Tiger Swallowtail -- Discover Life

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