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Swallowtail cocoon

Photo by LuisStevens
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Empty cocoon hanging from a thread, about 45mm long (1.76 inch).

Habitat:

Semi desert.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
hope.martin
Looks like a swallowtail cocoon. Nice shots!

Spotted for Missions

Mission
Nests, hives, bowers, webs & other animal architecture
Mission
Mexico Horn of Plenty

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PublishedApril 1, 2013

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