Spicebush Swallowtail SWAG Papilio cresphontes is the largest

Papilio cresphontes is the largest butterfly in the United States

Strays can be found up to the lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas in the United States

particularly in Florida

the Anteos maerula

This specimen is encased a 3”x4” frame

Spicebush Swallowtail SWAG Papilio cresphontes is the largestThe spicebush swallowtail (Papilio troilus) is a widely distributed black swallowtail butterfly native to North America. Its life cycle is fascinating, involving intricate camouflage and mimicry, and takes approximately one month to complete. The adult butterfly boasts a dark brown coloration and resembles toxic Pipevine swallowtails as a protective measure against predators. The larvae have a snake like appearance, with two large eyespots and a body