Papilio aegeus

Orchard Swallowtail, Large Citrus Butterfly at Holt, ACT

Papilio aegeus at Holt, ACT - 18 Feb 2024
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Identification history

Papilio aegeus 18 Feb 2024 owenh
Papilio aegeus 18 Feb 2024 CarbonAI
Papilio aegeus 18 Feb 2024 Margo

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This is the caterpillar of the Orchard Swallowtail butterfly. It sticks out its red horns and raises its head when threatened.

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Sighting information

  • 5 Abundance
  • 18 Feb 2024 12:29 PM Recorded on
  • Margo Recorded by

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  • Lemon tree Associated plant
  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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