Insect · GBIF taxon 1938147
Blue Mormon
Papilio polymnestorThe Blue Mormon is a large dark swallowtail with broad powder-blue patches across the hindwings. Its powerful, restless flight often slows at blossoms or damp mineral-rich ground.
SwallowtailBlue HindwingsStrong Flier
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Adults drink nectar; caterpillars feed mainly on citrus relatives
Predators
- Birds
- Spiders
- Praying mantises
ThreatsPesticide use, host-plant loss, and habitat clearing
HabitatsMoist forest, forest edges, gardens, orchards, and wooded hills
Life spanSeveral weeks as an adult; a few months for the full life cycle
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyPapilionidae
- SpeciesPapilio polymnestor
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Watch without netting or touching its easily damaged wings.
Responsible observation
- Puddles: Look for adults taking minerals from damp ground.
- Wings: Wait for a pause to see the broad blue hindwing panels.
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