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Swallowtail

Swallowtail

An anise swallowtail feeding on a thistle in Arcata Marsh.

An anise swallowtail feeding on a thistle in Arcata Marsh.
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Aperture 0/1 ISO 200 Shutter 1/500 Focal Length 0/1

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Aug, 2016

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