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Genus: Papilio, Linnaeus, 1757.
Species: thoas.
FW Length: 57-61 mm.
Geographic Range: Occurs from sea level to 1000 m on both slopes. The species is commonest in areas of high rainfall, although in occurs in Guanacasre during the dry season.
Host Plant (s): Piper (Piperaceae).
Unique Characteristics: The female oviposits from early morning until late afternoon along forest edges and second-growth forest.
| Metamorphosis
Time Life (days) |
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| Egg |
Caterpillar |
Chysalis |
Butterfly
Life |
| 12 |
55 |
30-180 |
28 |
| Total
Proccess: 125-275 |
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