Spicebush Swallowtail is a photograph by Mary Carol Story which was uploaded on March 11th, 2014.
Spicebush Swallowtail
The Spicebush Swallowtail (Papilio troilus) is a common black swallowtail butterfly found in North America, also known as the Green-Clouded... more
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Spicebush Swallowtail
Artist
Mary Carol Story
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Photograph - Photography
Description
The Spicebush Swallowtail (Papilio troilus) is a common black swallowtail butterfly found in North America, also known as the Green-Clouded butterfly. It has two subspecies, Papilio troilus troilus and Papilio troilus ilioneus, the latter found mainly in the Florida peninsula. The spicebush swallowtail derives its name from its most common host plant, the spicebush, members of the genus Lindera.
The family to which Spicebush Swallowtails belong, Papilionidae, or swallowtails, include the largest butterflies in the world. The swallowtails are unique in that even while feeding, they continue to flutter their wings. Unlike other swallowtail butterflies, Spicebushes fly low to the ground instead of at great heights.
Photo captured in Kentucky, USA with a Nikon D7000 and a Tamron 18 -270mm lens.
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March 11th, 2014
Comments (13)
Mary Carol Story
Thank you for the feature in the "FAA Featured Images" group, Robert! Much appreciated!
Music of the Heart
What a charming view!! It is as the reddish flowers complete this charming butterfly's wings. All together it works fantastically against the green background. Wonderfully composed too. L/F
Ms Judi
Congrats on the Feature...Fantastic capture with great details in this shot! V/F ✩✩✩✩✩ =) "Seen in Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery Group"
Mary Carol Story
Mariola, thank you so much for featuring my work in "Wildlife ONE A DAY." It's truly an honor!
Mary Carol Story
Ella Char, I am honored to be featured in "Nature Wildlife Sunsets and Sunrises." Thank you so much!
Randy Rosenberger
Mary, this is true springtime beauty! It is a true honor and privilege to FEATURE this creative and wondrous piece of art work on the WFS site, from one of our honored and prestigious members. This awesome piece of beauty is what we are looking for to promote and let others see, including other artists and potential customers, as your works are some of the Best of the Best in my Book! Thanks much for sharing this beauty with us. Liked Forever, Elvis
Mary Carol Story replied:
Thanks so much, Randy! You're always very generous with your comments! It is an honor to be featured in the WFS group!
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