Lepidoptera · Native

Dainty swallowtail

Papilio anactus

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FIELD CHARACTERS

What to look for

Black-and-white wings with red and blue markings close to the hindwing margin.

Watch flowering plants and citrus foliage, without removing larvae.

Identification limits

Use complete hindwing and forewing patterns to compare other swallowtails.

These introductory notes and broad habitat associations do not replace a species key.

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