Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1362167

Anise Swallowtail
Papilio zelicaon

Observation date: July 03, 2023
Submitted by: RoxannaTessman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Feeding on wildflower at Grouse Gap on Mt. Ashland. While watching it, I thought it might be an Anise Swallowtail. I was unable to get any other photos before it flew off. Is this pic enough to determine the species?
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ken Davenport
Verified date: July 12, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Jackson County