Spot Swordtail
Common NameSpot Swordtail
Scientific NameGraphium nomius
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)65
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, brown, black, red
HabitatOpen forests, forest edges, clearings, riverine areas
Geographic RangeSouth Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, southern China)
Host PlantsMiliusa tomentosa, Desmos chinensis, Uvaria narum, Polyalthia longifolia
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, generally year-round in tropical regions, peaking during monsoon
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on the leaves of host plants. Larvae are typically green with yellow markings, and pupae are green or brown, resembling a twig.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive white and brown striped pattern, the prominent sword-like tails on the hindwings, and the small red and black markings at the base of the hindwing.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with striking white wings marked by broad, dark brown stripes. It features long, slender tails on its hindwings and small red and black markings near the body.
