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Pipevine swallowtail

Battus philenor

Photo by Brian38
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Field Notes

Description:

Several pipevine butterflies were puddling together. Adults are black with an iridescent blue on the hind wings. Bright orange spots are visible on the back end of the ventral wings.

Habitat:

Spotted in a sandy area at Boykon Springs Rec. Area.

Reference Links:

Battus philenor - Wikipedia

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