Blue-striped Milon
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Common NameBlue-striped Milon
Scientific NameGraphium milon
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)65
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, blue
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, often near streams
Geographic RangeSulawesi, Indonesia
Host PlantsAnnonaceae species (e.g., Desmos, Uvaria)
Flight PeriodThroughout the year in its tropical range
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae feeding on Annonaceae plants before pupating into a chrysalis and emerging as an adult butterfly.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive broad, bright blue bands on a black background, especially the continuous band across the forewing and the series of spots on the hindwing, combined with short hindwing tails.
Description
This striking swallowtail features velvety black wings boldly marked with iridescent, electric blue bands that traverse both forewings and hindwings.
