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Common Lime

Papilio demoleus

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Description:

Papilio demoleus, the Mariposa del Muerte, is a common and widespread Swallowtail butterfly. It gets its common names from its host plants, which are usually citrus species such as the cultivated lime.

Habitat:

Urban garden

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