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The five-bar swordtail (Graphium antiphates) is a species of swallowtail butterfly found widely across South and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the family Papilionidae and is easily identified by the elongated tails extending from its hindwings. The butterfly features a predominantly white background intersected by distinctive black stripes, including the dark bars on the forewing from which it gets its common name. They are commonly observed in forested environments and frequently engage in mud-puddling behavior along riverbanks.
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How did the five-bar swordtail butterfly get its name?
The five-bar swordtail (Graphium antiphates) gets its name from the elongated, sword-like tails extending from its hindwings. Additionally, it features distinctive black bar-like markings on the underside of its wings.
Where can you find the five-bar swordtail butterfly in the wild?
This species of swallowtail butterfly can be found widely across South and Southeast Asia. They thrive in tropical forest environments where their host plants, primarily from the Annonaceae family, grow abundantly.
What family does the Graphium antiphates belong to?
Graphium antiphates belongs to the Papilionidae family, which encompasses the large, colorful butterflies known as swallowtails. Members of this family are recognized for their large size and the frequent presence of tail-like extensions on their hindwings.
What does the five-bar swordtail butterfly look like?
The butterfly features a predominantly pale green or whitish-yellow background on its wings, contrasted by bold black stripes. When its wings are closed, the underside reveals intricate red and blue spots near the base of its hindwings.
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