Papilio polyxenes asterius-fm-pseudoamericus
Black swallowtail (asterius-fm-pseudoamericus form)
A form of the black swallowtail , Papilio polyxenes asterius-fm-pseudoamericus represents a morphological variant within the P. p. asterius. The black swallowtail is a widespread North American butterfly known for its durable life stages and aggressive territorial in males. have black wings with yellow spots and blue or orange markings. Caterpillars feed on plants in the carrot (Apiaceae), including parsley, dill, fennel, and Anne's lace. The exhibits behavior, with males defending summit territories through aerial combat.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Papilio polyxenes asterius-fm-pseudoamericus: //pəˈpɪlioʊ ˌpɒlɪkˈsiːniːz æsˈtɪriəs fəm ˌsjuːdoʊəˈmɛrɪkəs//
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