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Lime swallowtail

Papilio demoleus

Photo by drpadhiyar23
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Field Notes

Description:

Papilio demoleus is a common and widespread swallowtail butterfly. The butterfly is also known as the lime butterfly, lemon butterfly, lime swallowtail, and chequered swallowtail. These common names refer to their host plants, which are usually citrus species such as the cultivated lime.

Habitat:

Found on Lime Tree

Notes:

Images taken with Mobile and Macro Lens

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