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Emerald Swallowtail, Emerald Peacock

Papilio palinurus

Photo by AngeSylvestri
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Field Notes

Description:

Papilio palinurus has a wingspan reaching about 8–10 centimetres (3.1–3.9 in). The dorsal sides of the wings are covered by a powder of green scales and the background vary from dark greenish to black, with broad bright emerald green metallic bands. The undersides are black with orange, white and blue spots along the edges of hind wings, that show extended tails at the end.

Habitat:

Southeast Asia, I spotted this one in Palawan Philippines

Species ID Suggestions

Emerald Swallowtail

Papilio palinurus

Emerald Peacock

Papilio Palinurus

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PublishedFebruary 26, 2013

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