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Swallowtail comparison
jmorlan

Swallowtail comparison

Pale Swallowtail (Papilio eurymedon) on left and Western Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio rutulus) on right. Both of these species were patrolling along San Pedro Creek. The Pale (or Pallid) Swallowtail is less common. In addition to its paler color, its forewings are narrower, more angular and its black stripes are broader.
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Location
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California, USA.
Date taken
05 July 2020
Kits
What an interesting comparison between these two very attractive butterflies, Joseph.
 
delia todd
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Swallowtails are so pretty... but I've yet to see one sadly.

How beautiful these two are Joe - I love them. Many thanks lad.
 

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