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Old World Swallowtail

Papilio machaon

Photo by Girinukas
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Old World Swallowtail (Papilio machaon) (larva)

Habitat:

This butterfly is present throughout the entire Palearctic region, ranging from Russia to China and Japan, and across into Alaska, Canada, and the United States.

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Animals with Warning Colors
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European Butterflies and Moths
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 16, 2012

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