Blue Mormon

Description:

this lucky shot was taken as the fellow settled down on the weeds.. =) The Blue Mormon is a large swallowtail butterfly. Endemic to India and Sri Lanka.Frequents forest paths and streams. Has a rapid unidirectional flight and frequently changes course, hopping up and down in its flight path. Difficult to catch. Known to bask in the sun. Attracted to damp patch and has greater tolerance to other butterflies and humans while lapping up the mineral rich moisture. Known to visit animal droppings.