Spotted Zebra
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Common NameSpotted Zebra
Scientific NameGraphium agamemnon
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)90
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsdark brown, cream, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, gardens, urban areas
Geographic RangeSouth and Southeast Asia, parts of Australia
Host PlantsAnnona reticulata, Annona muricata, Polyalthia longifolia, Uvaria
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on young leaves of host plants. Larvae are green with yellow markings and two pairs of horns. Pupae are green or brown, resembling a twig, and are attached by a silken girdle.
Identification TipsLook for the characteristic pattern of cream/yellowish-green spots on a dark background, especially the rows of spots on both forewings and hindwings, and the presence of tails on the hindwings.
Description
A medium to large-sized butterfly with dark brown to black wings adorned with numerous bright cream or yellowish-green spots arranged in distinct rows, and prominent tails on the hindwings.
