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Spicebush Swallowtail

Papilio troilus

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Field Notes

Description:

Side angle of the beautifully brilliant spicebush swallowtail which was sunbathing in my driveway.

Species ID Suggestions

Spicebush Swallowtail

Papilio troilus

Comments (1)

The markings on the underside of the wing is slightly different than a black swallowtail. Here are images so you can compare: Black Swallowtail: http://bugguide.net/node/view/1021210/bgimage http://bugguide.net/node/view/1009150/bgimage Spicebush Swallowtail: http://bugguide.net/node/view/998901/bgimage http://bugguide.net/node/view/717848/bgimage
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PublishedAugust 14, 2013

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