Yellow-spotted Kite-Swallowtail
Common NameYellow-spotted Kite-Swallowtail
Scientific NameEurytides iphitas
FamilyPapilionidae
SubfamilyPapilioninae
Wingspan (mm)70
Primary Colorswhite, black, yellow, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeSouth America (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Bolivia)
Host PlantsAnnona, Rollinia
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on host plants, larvae feed on leaves, pupate into a chrysalis, and emerge as adults.
Identification TipsLook for the striking white and black striped pattern, prominent yellow spots on the hindwings, long tails, and a small red spot near the base of the hindwing.
Description
This elegant swallowtail has white wings adorned with bold black stripes and distinctive yellow markings, particularly on the hindwings, which also feature long, slender tails and a small red spot.
