Malayan Birdwing
Common NameMalayan Birdwing
Scientific NameTroides amphrysus
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)160
Primary Colorsblack, yellow
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest edges, plantations
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines)
Host PlantsAristolochia foveolata, Aristolochia coadunata, Aristolochia tagala
Flight PeriodYear-round
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants of the Aristolochia genus. Larvae feed on the leaves, accumulating toxins, before pupating into a chrysalis.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its large size, entirely black forewings (with some yellow near the body in males) and broad, bright yellow hindwings with strong black venation. Females are larger with more extensive black markings.
Description
A large, striking butterfly with velvety black forewings and brilliant golden-yellow hindwings, both prominently marked with black veins.
