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Papilio demodocus, Citrus SwallowtailPapilio demodocus, Citrus Swallowtail Larvae
Scientific Name: Papilio demodocus
Common Name: Citrus Swallowtail butterfly
Distribution: All over Africa ( this specimen was found in the Namib Desert of Namibia)
Habitat: Everywhere
Difference in Sex: Very similar
Size:
Diet: Rutaceae plant species and Citrus trees
Enemies: Parasitic Wasps
Interesting facts:
Credits: Christian Fourie (Photo & info)
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