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Citrus Swallowtail

Papilio demodocus demodocus

Photo by Albena
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Field Notes

Description:

Black and yellow markings with red and blue eyespots.

Habitat:

Sub-Saharan Africa

Notes:

The caterpillar of the Citrus Swallowtail is feeding on citrus trees, so it is regarded as pest species.

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Papilio demodocus

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