Butterflies and Moths of North America

collecting and sharing data about Lepidoptera

  Sighting 1221862

Polydamas Swallowtail
Battus polydamas

Observation date: June 20, 2019
Submitted by: Moobamoo
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Mature caterpillar found on a large pipevine plant. Plant is in bloom. The contributor has watched pipevine swallowtails visiting and laying on this plant. There are many eggs and caterpillars feeding.
Status: Temporary Colonist
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: August 01, 2019
Coordinator notes: Although Pipevine Swallowtails may also be present, this is a mature Polydamas Swallowtail larva.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Clay County