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Western Tiger Swallowtail

Papilio zelicaon

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Western Tiger Swallowtail

Papilio zelicaon

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jason.dzurisin
Based on location this guy is a Western Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio zelicaon). Awesome shot.

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PublishedFebruary 18, 2012

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