Citrus Swallowtail Papilio demodocus

Citrus Swallowtail Papilio demodocus

Description: Sexes very similar, this species is a large butterfly have Black with yellow markings in upperside wings; underneath the dark markings are dark brown. Hind wing have red and blue eyespots.

Wingspan:♂ 100–120mm ♀ 110–130mm

Distribution: One of the most widespread species in sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar and Arabia

Distribution in Sudan: Very common and Widespread in all state states

Habitat: Found in many types of habitats from semi-desert to forest, garden and agriculture fields where the host plants are available which include lemon, orange trees (Citrus spp.) and related plants.

Papilio demodocus, mud-puddling

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