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Caterpillar of Dainty Swallowtail Butterfly

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''Papilio anactus'', the dainty swallowtail, dingy swallowtail or small citrus butterfly is a medium-sized butterfly from the family Papilionidae, that is endemic to Australia.

For protection against predators, this non-poisonous butterfly mimics the poisonous male ''Cressida cressida'', another swallowtail butterfly that obtains its toxic properties through its host plant, the Dutchman's pipe.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Calbost Niel
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By Calbost Niel

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Uploaded Feb 14, 2021. Captured Feb 14, 2021 14:38 in 58-82 Terrace Falls Rd, Hazelbrook NSW 2779, Australia.
  • NIKON D7100
  • f/13.0
  • 1/200s
  • ISO800
  • 105mm