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Citrus Swallowtail

Papilio demodocus demodocus

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Half way between the 1st and 2nd bridge along the gorge.

Notes:

Many of these large butterflies I saw had bites out of them, or were a bit ragged from unknown reasons.

Reference Links:

Swaziland National Trust Commission - Swaziland's Butterflies

Species ID Suggestions

Citrus swallowtail

Papilio demodocus demodocus

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KateBraun
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Comments (1)
KateBraun
These butterflies seem to be quite variable in colour, from black to shades of brown. The similar looking swallowtails that we get in the area have the "tail" on the hind wing.

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Mlawula Nature Reserve
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Swaziland Guide
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PublishedMarch 24, 2014

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