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Old World Swallowtail (Μαχάωνας)

Papilio machaon subsp. gorganus

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Description:

Old World Swallowtail spotted while foraging on zinnia flowers, in a friend's garden, in Paltsi settlement, South Pelion, Greece.

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Papilio machaon

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Adarsha B S
Beautiful flower.. Beautiful capture Despina :)

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Butterflies & Moths of the World
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Biodiversity of Greece (Hellas)
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Butterflies and Moths of Greece

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PublishedJuly 30, 2014

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