Philippine Mormon
Common NamePhilippine Mormon
Scientific NamePapilio rumanzovia
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)115
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, white
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, gardens, open areas
Geographic RangePhilippines, parts of Indonesia
Host PlantsCitrus, Euodia, Acronychia pedunculata, Toddalia asiatica
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods)
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on host plants, caterpillars feed on leaves, pupate into a chrysalis, and emerge as adult butterflies.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its large size, overall black coloration, and the distinct white spot band on the hindwings. Females can be polymorphic, mimicking other unpalatable species.
Description
A large, dark butterfly with predominantly black wings. The hindwings feature a prominent band of white spots, which can vary in size and extent.
