Polydamas Swallowtail (LEP15) Battus
polydamas Also
called the Gold Rim because its black-velvet wings are neatly margined with
yellow spots above. The underside
shows red spots on wings and body.
These are thought to warn birds away because the Polydamas acquires
the bad taste of pipevines, its caterpillars=
host plants. Shown here feeding on
lantana nectar. |