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Giant Swallowtail Butterflies emerging from pupae in butterfly house. Larvae feed on citrus (Ruta spp. ) and wild lime (Zanthoxylum fagara). Adults often drink from puddles on ground
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Giant Swallowtail Butterflies emerging from pupae in butterfly house. Larvae feed on citrus (Ruta spp. ) and wild lime (Zanthoxylum fagara). Adults often drink from puddles on ground
ASW-4413
Giant Swallowtail Butterflies emerging from pupae in butterfly house
Inhabits semi-open deciduous woodland east of Rockies from Great Lakes region to Central and South America.
Papilio cresphontes
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Nature's Colorful Ballet - Giant Swallowtails Take Center Stage in Butterfly House!
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. Step right up and witness the enchanting spectacle of ASW-4413, as these magnificent Giant Swallowtail Butterflies emerge from their pupae in a mesmerizing display of metamorphosis! This print by Alan Weaving captures the magical moment when these graceful creatures break free from their cocoons and spread their vibrant wings. Feeding exclusively on citrus and wild lime, these dainty larvae have quite the refined taste. But it's not just food that tickles their fancy – adults are known for their quirky habit of sipping nectar from puddles on the ground. Talk about having a sweet tooth! Inhabiting semi-open deciduous woodlands across North and South America, these swallowtails bring a touch of elegance to every corner they flutter through. With striking patterns adorning their delicate wings, they truly are nature's living artwork. So come one, come all! Step into this breathtaking world where chrysalises transform into beautiful butterflies before your very eyes. Witness the wonder of development unfold as each cocoon gives birth to another winged marvel. Let yourself be captivated by this extraordinary group of lepidopterans – an exquisite reminder that beauty can be found even in the tiniest creatures. Remember, folks – this is no ordinary company; it's Mother Nature herself putting on a show you won't want to miss! (But shh. . . let's keep
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