Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1378016

Giant Swallowtail
Papilio cresphontes

Observation date: April 14, 2024
Submitted by: Ken Cheeks
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed feeding on Lyreleaf Salvia (Salvia lyrata) on bright, sunny day (temp @ 77F). Once confirmed, this will be the first BAMONA record for Edgefield County, SC for the species. I do not have a clue about which Rutaceae may be the host plant in my area. I know of no cultivated citrus.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Dennis Forsythe
Verified date: April 15, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.