Swift Peacock Swallowtail
Common NameSwift Peacock Swallowtail
Scientific NamePapilio crino
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)90
Wing Patterniridescent
Primary Colorsblack, blue, green
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, often near streams or damp areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, southern China)
Host PlantsEuodia, Zanthoxylum, Citrus
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout the year, often peaking during monsoon seasons
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult. Caterpillars feed on Rutaceae plants and are typically camouflaged green or brown.
Identification TipsLook for the striking iridescent blue-green bands on black wings, particularly the broad band on the forewing and the smaller patch on the hindwing, combined with short, broad hindwing tails.
Description
A medium to large swallowtail butterfly with velvety black wings featuring brilliant, iridescent blue-green bands across both forewings and hindwings, and short tails on the hindwings.
