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Western tiger swallowtail

Papilio rutulus

Photo by Brian38
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Field Notes

Description:

It is a striking butterfly, with impressive large yellow and black wings, and spots of blue and orange near its tail.

Habitat:

Spotted feeding on a stinging nettles plant.

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PublishedJuly 7, 2017

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