The Broad-banded Swallowtail or Astyalus Swallowtail (Papilio astyalus) is a butterfly of the Papilionidae family. It is found from Mexico south to Argentina.
The wingspan is 117–120 mm. Adults are on wing from April to October. There are probably two generations per year.
The larvae feed on the leaves of Citrus trees. Adults feed on the nectar of various flowers, including Lantana species.
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Giorgio50 34 months ago | reply
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sustainabledesign 34 months ago | reply
Seen in the Butterfly Gallery
great light and angle
jack_246 16 months ago | reply
Great Shot !
Fleuret 10 months ago | reply
Hello, used your pic here:
Thank you for making it available in CC ^ ^