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Gallberry (Ilex glabra)Observer
robvaneppsDescription
Posting as I. glabra vs coriacea but would like confirmation by someone more familiar with these plants.
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Genus LixusObserver
robvaneppsDescription
On knotweed. Smaller than L. concavus (Rhubarb weevil).
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Cocoa Clubtail (Gomphurus hybridus)Observer
robvaneppsDescription
Several present. Female and male images are shown here.
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Observer
robvaneppsDescription
Several found on Buttonbush (Cephalanthus), which is the host plant. Third image shows a larva.
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Rhododendrons and Azaleas (Genus Rhododendron)Observer
robvaneppsDescription
Either Coastal Azalea (R. atlanticum) or Swamp Azalea (R. viscosum). Several plants, all were quite small. Leaves just starting to emerge. Found in an open pine woodland.
What
Spicebush Swallowtail (Papilio troilus)Observer
robvaneppsDescription
Butterfly on left. With Palamedes Swallowtail (right).
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Palamedes Swallowtail (Papilio palamedes)Observer
robvaneppsDescription
Butterfly on right. With Spicebush Swallowtail (left).