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Scarce Swallowtail
Muso

Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides podalirius)

Have seen a few of these in Greece over the years, and have quite a few blurry pix...this one actually stayed in one spot long enough to get a reasonable pic.
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Habitat
Woods, bushes
Location
Paleokastritsa, Greece
Date taken
2016
Scientific name
Iphiclides podalirius
Equipment used
Nikon D7200, Sigma 150-500mm
Chris G6 UXU
Staff member
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A cracking detailed close up and capture Ian, lovely job and many tfs and a fine set today.
 
Stanley Jones
Supporter
A beautifully marked Swallowtail and a fabulous picture nectaring the Lantana. Great work Ian!
 
Joelle-Marcelle
A superb capture of this beautiful butterfly ,perched on a lovely flower, Ian. I have seen one of these just once, here in Brittany and I missed it!
 

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Butterflies & Moths
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