Old World Swallowtails by Ken _Gilliland
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Description
The butterfly is also known as the common yellow swallowtail or simply the "swallowtail". It has a wingspan of 2 1/2 - 3 inches (6.5 - 7.5 cm). This widespread species is found in much of the Palearctic (it is the only swallowtail in most of Europe) and in North America.

Comments (8)
A truly wonderful scene!
Great image!
This is lovely work!
Lovely setting and focus
Your nature shots always have a calming affect.
Superb butterflies!
Impressive work Ken!
A superb setting for this rare butterfly species that I remember was quite commonplace when I was a kid ! By the way..... ~•:¨¨:•°-:¦Happy New Year to you and your dear ones!¦:-°•:¨¨:•~