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Eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly

Papilio glaucus

Photo by Maria dB
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Description:

This is one of the most familiar butterflies in the eastern United States, where it is common in many different habitats. It flies from spring to fall, during which it produces two to three broods

Habitat:

North Carolina Botanical Garden

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