King Swallowtail red flowers This synchronized emergence overwhelms predators

This synchronized emergence overwhelms predators and ensures the species' survival

and Southern China

Papilio xuthus is a yellow-colored

This species was formally known as Tympanoterpes giga

King Swallowtail red flowers This synchronized emergence overwhelms predatorsPapilio thoas, also known as the king swallowtail or Thoas swallowtail, is a Papilionidae butterfly species found in the southernmost United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America. This particular specimen is displayed in a 9x9 frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty and protection. They feature custom cut, premium grade(acid free) double matting, an acid free backing, and UV resistant glass.