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Papilio (Druryia) antimachus, Giant African Swallowtail

Leeds Museums & Galleries

Leeds Museums & Galleries
United Kingdom

The African Giant Swallowtail is the largest butterfly in Africa and one of the largest in the world! This specimen is 22cm from wing-tip to wing-tip. You might think being so large would make you a tasty treat for any nearby predators, but African giant swallowtails actually have no natural enemies as they are highly toxic if eaten.

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  • Title: Papilio (Druryia) antimachus, Giant African Swallowtail
  • Subject Keywords: Insect
  • Type: Insect
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