Apple-green Swallowtail
Common NameApple-green Swallowtail
Scientific NameGraphium weiskei
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)65
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, pale blue, apple green
HabitatMontane rainforests, forest edges
Geographic RangeNew Guinea
Host PlantsAnnona, Desmos
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most swallowtails, it undergoes complete metamorphosis from egg to larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and finally to the adult butterfly. Larvae typically feed on host plants from the Annonaceae family.
Identification TipsDistinguished by the unique apple-green or turquoise patch on the black forewings, combined with a broad pale blue band across the dark hindwings, which also feature prominent tails.
Description
A striking swallowtail with black forewings featuring a vibrant apple-green to turquoise patch, and dark brown hindwings with a broad pale blue central band and prominent tails.
