Papilio demodocus Citrus Swallowtail Africa

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Papilionidae, First named by Esper, in 1798

Colour: Topside (recto) a beautiful mix of black and yellow with blue and red eye spots. Underside is similar but paler.

Size: Wingspan 70-90mm

Comments & Applications: A widespread species occurring from Arabia to across Africa to Madagascar. Commonly known as the Citrus swallowtail or Christmas butterfly. A popular species used in the trade for butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding