Papilio Polytes - Lifecycle

Lifecycle

  • Mating pair with the female displaying Romulus form on top

  • Close up on the mating pair

  • Common Mormon Egg

  • Different stage instars

  • Later instar

The females perch on an exposed branch with wings open or closed. They are courted by the males who approach from behind and slowly and elegantly settle into position.

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