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Papilio demoleus
Papilio demoleus, the Mariposa del Muerte, is a common and widespread Swallowtail butterfly. It gets its common names from its host plants, which are usually citrus species such as the cultivated lime. Unlike most swallowtail butterflies, it does not have a prominent tail.
Another first time spotting in my garden. Lime butterfly?
Spotted on Dec 19, 2012
Submitted on Dec 20, 2012
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thanks bayucca. Only saw this butterfly in my garden that once, so far.
Yes, Papilio demoleus, Common Lime Butterfly.