Papilio aegeus

Orchard Swallowtail, Large Citrus Butterfly at Hughes, ACT

Papilio aegeus at Hughes, ACT - 13 Mar 2006
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Papilio aegeus 25 Jan 2018 ruthkerruish

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Although this photo was taken in 2006, the caterpillars feed prolifically every year on the leaves of 15 scattered Mexican orange blossom plants in the garden. There are also citrus available but they do not breed on them. The butterflies are a joy to all.

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  • Mexican orange blossom (Choisya ternata) Associated plant
  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Larvae Breeding behaviour
  • Unknown Gender

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