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Spicebush swallowtail butterfly

Papilio troilus

Description:

Spicebush swallowtail (Papilio troilus Linnaeus) The spicebush swallowtail is found throughout the eastern half of the United States. It is less common farther west from the Mississippi River. The wingspread range is 4.1 to 5.6 cm.

Habitat:

In the forested area among the mountain laurel at Pocomoke River State Park, Pocomoke, Maryland.

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mary.gallo.m
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mary.gallo.m

Pocomoke City, Maryland, USA

Spotted on May 29, 2014
Submitted on May 29, 2014

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