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Papilio polytes is a common species of swallowtail butterfly widely distributed across Asia. This butterfly is known for the mimicry displayed by the numerous forms of its females which mimic inedible red-bodied swallowtails, such as the common rose and the crimson rose.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Jinto C Thomas
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By Jinto C Thomas

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Uploaded Oct 8, 2015. Captured Dec 3, 2013 13:01.
  • Canon EOS 600D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/128s
  • ISO200
  • 55mm