Papilio demodocus demodocus - Citrus swallowtail

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Papilio demodocus
Papilio demodocus

Photo(s): Bart Wursten, Maleme Dam Rest Camp entrance, Matobo National Park.

Species details:

Note: Easily recognized from other Papilio spp by the absence of tails on the hindwings and the more spotted character of the wings.
Distribution: Common and widespread in southern Africa.
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Related plant species:
RutaceaeClausena anisata (Food plant)
RutaceaeToddalia asiatica (Food plant)
RutaceaeVepris nobilis (Food plant)
Literature:



Flora of Burundi: Lepidoptera - Butterflies and Moths: Papilio demodocus demodocus.
https://www.burundiflora.com/speciesdata/insect-display.php?insect_species_id=400450, retrieved 3 November 2024

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