: Adults are typically active from April through September , likely producing two generations per year. Behavior & Defense
: Like other swallowtails, the caterpillars possess an osmeterium , a forked orange gland that emits a foul-smelling odor when they feel threatened. Download papilio ornythion gd592e4917 640 jpg
: Caterpillars feed on the leaves of citrus trees and other plants in the Rutaceae family. : Adults are typically active from April through
: Primarily found in Mexico and Guatemala . It is a rare visitor to Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and occasionally as far north as Kansas. : Primarily found in Mexico and Guatemala
The ( Papilio ornythion ) is a striking butterfly native to Mexico and Guatemala, occasionally appearing as a rare stray in the southern United States. Often confused with the common Giant Swallowtail, this species is distinguished by its all-black tails and a unique wing pattern where yellow bands meet at the tip rather than crossing in an "X". Visual Characteristics
: Typically ranges from 3.3 to 4.5 inches (83–115 mm).