Category: Papilio


Green-banded Swallowtail (damaged wing)

Posted by:admin Posted On:28 Dec 2025

Papilio nireus Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Physical Characteristics The Green-banded Swallowtail is a large, visually striking butterfly recognized by its deep black wings intersected by an iridescent emerald-to-turquoise band forming a broad chevron across both forewings and hindwings.

Papilio rumanzovia Scarlet mormon

Papilio rumanzovia

Posted by:admin Posted On:14 Apr 2024

Scarlet Mormon Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Papilio rumanzovia, commonly known as the Scarlet Mormon, is a striking species of butterfly belonging to the Papilionidae family. Description: Papilio rumanzovia is a large and vibrant butterfly species known for its striking

Papilio glaucus Eastern Tiger Swallowtail

Papilio glaucus

Posted by:admin Posted On:25 Mar 2024

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding and Lifecycle: