Crassus Swallowtail
Crassus Swallowtail — Battus crassus
Adorned with intricate creamy bands on its elegant black wings, the Crassus Swallowtail is a refined specimen for collectors.
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About this Species
Battus crassus, commonly known as the Crassus Swallowtail, is a large butterfly from the swallowtail family widely distributed in South America. Its most characteristic forms are found in the lowland forests of the Amazon basin.
This species is characterized by its primarily black wings with broad, diagonally arranged creamy-yellow bands on both the fore and hindwings. It exhibits the classic swallowtail tails that define this group. Its appearance is a clean and high-contrast design that has fascinated collectors for generations.
Habitat
Moist tropical lowland forests and secondary growth. Common in the regions of Loreto and Ucayali, Peru.
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